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The Commission reviewed the proposed 2026 work plan, which focuses on five key areas: cultural governance and funding, cultural infrastructure, public art frameworks, the 2024-2034 cultural policy, and cultural citizenship. Members requested adjustments, including adding a specific focus on access to cultural facilities and ensuring a clear timeline for reporting on the PSOC (Cultural Organizations Support Program) review. The Commission officially recommended that the City Council adopt this work plan.

The Commission discussed proposed updates to the city's cultural funding program (PSOC). Key topics included balancing financial health requirements with the realities of small organizations, defining 'quality' in cultural offerings, and ensuring the program supports both local and regional cultural actors.

The city is establishing a monitoring committee for its 2024-2034 Cultural Policy. The Commission for Arts, Culture, Letters, and Heritage (CACLP) will act as this committee to ensure continuity in the policy's implementation and oversight.

The commission recommended that it act as the monitoring committee for the Cultural Policy to ensure continuity. This committee will track progress, identify challenges, and act as an ambassador for the policy.