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SPAAR Funding Request: Staff will be requesting funds from the SPAAR grant to help cover expenses for branded Community Ambassador merchandise to help create excitement and engagement for the program. Community History Lecture Series The Community History Lecture Series is a joint partnership with the Little Canada Historical Society. This three to four-part lecture series will provide historical information on the various community cultures. Dates have not yet been officially developed, but the following organizations have been confirmed for the lecture series: o Little Canada Historical Society o Hmong Cultural Center o Discussions with the Native Governance Center and Latinx(o)(a) organizations are in process for the remaining two lectures in the series SPAAR Funding Request: Staff will be requesting funds from the SPAAR grant to help cover expenses for the event, including costs associated with speakers. Strategic Priority: Creating Supportive Networks o Develop an intentional and authentic outreach plan to historically underrepresented community members Creating Supportive Networks o Develop a program to engage community members using smaller meetings at area businesses for projects Source Of Funds: Grant Application – The SPAAR Key Communities Grant Program is free, so no budget funds are needed. Staff will handle the application process without the use of any consultants. Community Programs - The various programs mentioned above were budgeted and approved as part of the upcoming 2026 Budget. However, costs for various items, including the lecture series and merchandise for the Community Ambassador Program, will fluctuate depending on available funds. Staff Recommendation: Approve staff submitting an application to the St. Paul Area Association of Relations (SPAAR) Key Communities Grant Program. Attachments: None