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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6/2/2026 Item 6a, Jackson, Kacsinta, and Hermann - Staff Agenda CorrespondenceCity of San Luis Obispo, Council Memorandum City of San Luis Obispo Council Agenda Correspondence DATE: June 2, 2026 TO: Mayor and Council FROM: Emily Jackson, Finance Director Prepared By: Madeline Kascinta, Assistant Director of Public Works, and Greg Hermann, Deputy City Manager VIA: Whitney McDonald, City Manager SUBJECT: ITEM #6a – ADOPTION OF THE FY 2026-27 BUDGET SUPPLEMENT Staff received the following question regarding the FY 2026-27 Budget Supplement. The question is below with staff’s response shown in italics: What is the long-term plan for funding of Big Belly Waste and Recycling Stations? The City is currently implementing the replacement of standard waste receptacles in the Downtown area with Big Belly waste and recycling stations. The Downtown installation is approximately 50% complete, with a total of 154 planned locations throughout the Downtown core. The adopted 2025-27 Financial Plan includes ongoing funding to support this implementation. Funding allocated for the Downtown Big Belly program includes $85,000 in FY 2026-27, followed by $90,000 annually in FY 2027 -28, FY 2028-29, and FY 2029- 30 to continue replacing and expanding stations in Downtown locations. In addition to the Downtown program, the Financial Plan includes $175,000 in FY 2027 - 28 to expand Big Belly stations into City Park locations. At this time, the City does not have a formal replacement program established for existing Big Belly stations. Based on manufacturer information and industry experience, Big Belly stations typically have an expected service life of approximately 10 to 12 y ears and include a five-year manufacturer warranty. As the City's inventory of stations ages, staff anticipates evaluating long-term replacement needs and incorporating lifecycle replacement planning into future financial planning efforts. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art Phase 1 Grant Update Staff also received the attached “Phase 1 Project Update - San Luis Obispo Museum of Art Expansion Campaign” document (Attachment A) in advance of the June 2, 2026 City Council meeting. Insert Report Title Page 2 The Phase 1 Project Update provides a summary of activity to date since the City Council’s approval of a Grant Agreement with the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) on February 17, 2026, by Resolution No. 11632 (2026 Series). In summary, the Phase 1 Project Update highlights the status of project permitting and entitlements, public engagement and outreach, and fundraising, all with an eye towards a grand opening in July 2027. The Grant Agreement approved in February includes a suite of conditions that must be met before SLOMA is eligible for disbursement of grant funds, as well as consideration of additional funding towards Phase 2 of SLOMA’s capital campaign, which entails the eventual purchase of the building. The Phase 1 Project Update documents how SLOMA is meeting each of the required conditions; notably, SLOMA has secured 100% of construction funds, as well as City project entitlements and permitting. Staff have carefully reviewed and concur with the Phase 1 Project Update from SLOMA. As noted in the Council Agenda Report, no budget recommendation is being made at this time; however, staff anticipate reviewing the availability of funds for Phase 2 with the Year-End Budget Review for FY 2025–26. ATTACHMENT A - Phase 1 Project Update - San Luis Obispo Museum of Art Expansion Campaign PHASE I PROJECT UPDATE SAN LUIS OBISPO MUSEUM OF ART EXPANSION CAMPAIGN INDEX Executive Summary Next Steps: City Phase II Support Grant Agreement Conditions Update §3.a: Non-Profit Status §3.b: Phase I Fundraising Status §3.c: Entitlements & Permits §3.d: Construction Timeline §3.d: Construction Budget §3.d: Fundraising Plan §3.d: Fundraising Plan: Naming Opportunities §3.d: Fundraising Plan: Public Phase Rollout §3.d: Comprehensive Communication & Marketing Timeline §3.d: Fundraising Plan: Phase II Giving Pyramid §3.e: Forecasted Operating Budget For The New Museum §3.f: Additional Public Benefits Supplemental 1: Property Map Supplemental 2: Property Report Supplemental 3: Sneak Peek at SLOMA’s Opening Exhibitions Supplemental 4: Sneak Peek at SLOMA’s Future Programming Pg 3 Pg 6 Pg 8 Pg 9 Pg 11 Pg 12 Pg 13 Pg 14 Pg 15 Pg 16 Pg 17 Pg 18 Pg 19 Pg 20 Pg 21 Pg 22 Pg 23 Pg 24 Pg 25 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In accordance with the Grant Agreement between the City of San Luis Obispo and the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA), I am pleased to submit this Phase I Project Update for your review. We are truly grateful for the City’s investment in this project and in the broader cultural life of our community. It is exciting to be able to share progress with you and to reflect on what it means when a city chooses to invest in arts and culture as a vital part of its identity and future. As SLO Mayor Erica Stewart shared in an April 10 interview with KSBY, the Museum’s new space “expands that experiential moment that [...] creates economic activity and that is a full cycle as to enjoying the city as a whole.” Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We are honored to be part of this shared effort to enhance the vibrancy of San Luis Obispo. PHASE I MILESTONES • Permits & Entitlements: We have secured all primary entitlements and interior demolition permits for Phase I and interior demolition began on April 20. At the May 27, 2026 Administrative Hearing, SLOMA received approval for all construction entitlements; because SLOMA has already submitted all construction plans, we anticipate receiving the final permits imminently. We remain on schedule for a grand opening in July 2027. We would like to extend our thanks to the City’s incredible staff for their thoughtful collaboration throughout the permit and entitlements process. • Downtown Integration: In partnership with Downtown SLO, we have established a recurring meeting series with local business owners. These sessions ensure our neighbors are apprised of construction progress and provide a platform for collaborative community input. Business owners also receive bi-monthly email updates on the construction project. • Public Rollout & Engagement: Following our 2025 proposal to the City Council, we soft launched our public campaign in November. A more robust public fundraising phase will roll out this summer Rendering of the future Trust Automation Gallery (combined 782 & 786 Higuera Street storefronts), with over 4,000 sq. ft.of open gallery space 3 with the 1-year countdown to our new space on Higuera. Our presence on Higuera Street is already felt through eye-catching vinyl installations that promote our Summer 2027 opening, driving significant traffic to our project website. • Strategic Marketing & Outreach: The SLOMA Marketing Committee, comprised of local industry experts and Board members, has finalized a comprehensive communications timeline. We are securing promotional and programmatic partnerships throughout the county to maintain the visibility of the arts during our transition via pop-up activations and “off-site” programming. Fundraising Status The Council’s vote to support Phase I of our project has served as a powerful catalyst for community- wide philanthropy. Thanks in large part to your transformational support, we are happy to report that we successfully met the $2M Forbes Challenge! I especially want to call your particular attention to our fundraising success so far. To date, we have enlisted 32 major donors, and that support is growing weekly. Our donor base is both broad and diverse, spanning the private sector, local foundations, and hundreds of individual supporters. • Total Confirmed Phase I Major Donors: 32 • Total Raised To-Date for Phase I (Pledges & Gifts): $8,555,700 • Progress Toward Phase I Construction Goal: 100% Fundraising Plan SLOMA’s Board of Directors, staff, and advisory committees have worked together to create a comprehensive fundraising plan to get this project to the finish line. The plan focuses on establishing diverse income streams including corporate philanthropy, foundation grants, individual capital gifts, and a public naming campaign. A full timeline and breakdown by category is included in the Support Materials. Sustainable Growth & Budget Forecast Our 3-year forecasted operating budget is informed by a rigorous feasibility study conducted by Lord Cultural Resources, validated by local expert data and reviewed by SLOMA’s Finance Committee. Our projections indicate significant untapped potential for earned revenue through expanded retail operations, event rentals, and strategic program partnerships. This model ensures SLOMA’s long- term financial sustainability and reduces reliance on singular funding streams. Additional Public Benefits & the San Luis Creek Walk We are actively co-developing ideas for environmentally-friendly artistic installations along the San Luis Creek Walk with countywide cultural partners. Our goal is to create a seamless visual and pedestrian link between our two campuses. Proposed enhancements include wayfinding signage, 4 artistic lighting, and permanent installations designed to increase safety and pedestrian engagement in the downtown corridor. As we look toward the realization of SLOMA’s Expansion Project, Phase II is centered on securing the Museum’s long-term stability and impact. This phase includes an $8 million goal to complete the property purchase and an additional $2 million to establish an operational endowment that will sustain programming, exhibitions, and community access for years to come. To date, we have raised $3.4 million toward our Phase II goal, a strong indication of the community’s confidence in this vision. This final phase is about more than completing a capital project. It is about ensuring that the expanded SLOMA can thrive as a dynamic, accessible, and resilient cultural institution serving the Central Coast well into the future. As the Expansion Project continues to advance, we will keep you informed with regular updates on our progress and milestones. Thank you for your continued partnership and for sharing in the vision of making San Luis Obispo a premier cultural destination. Leann Standish SLOMA Executive Director 5 6 NEXT STEPS: CITY PHASE II SUPPORT Per the terms of the Grant Agreement, the City of San Luis Obispo has the opportunity to further invest in SLOMA’s long-term sustainability and public impact through a $2 million Phase II grant. Securing permanent ownership of this space will ensure the Museum’s continued ability to serve residents and visitors alike with free and accessible contemporary art programming, educational initiatives, and community-driven cultural experiences. Importantly, Phase II funding would be dedicated solely to the acquisition of the property and would not be used to support SLOMA’s separate endowment campaign. This investment represents a strategic opportunity to solidify a lasting cultural asset in the heart of downtown: a community resource that contributes to economic vitality, activates the corridor, and reinforces San Luis Obispo’s identity as a vibrant arts destination. Thank you for your transformational support for Phase I and your consideration of further support in Phase II. SUPPORT MATERIALS 7 GRANT AGREEMENT CONDITIONS UPDATE According to Section 3 of the Grant Agreement dated February 23, 2026, SLOMA shall satisfy the following required conditions prior to any disbursement of Grant Funds by CITY. a. Maintain its 501(c)(3) non-profit status. b. Shall secure all other grant funds, donations, pledges, or financing necessary to complete Phase 1 of the New Museum, inclusive of the amount of Grant Funds provided by the CITY pursuant to this Grant Agreement, and shall first utilize (or provide for first utilizing) all other grant funds, donations, or financing then available (collectively “Other Available Funding”) for the New Museum prior to any request for reimbursement from CITY. However, SLOMA’s initial reimbursement request for Grant Funds may be made prior to complete exhaustion of Other Available Funding, as necessary, to ensure continued availability of funding to complete the New Museum. c. Secure all necessary project entitlements and building permit(s) for Phase 1 of the New Museum that may be applicable as further described in Paragraph 6 [of the Grant Agreement]. d. Submit for CITY review and approval a fundraising plan demonstrating project feasibility, including cost estimating and project schedule. e. Submit for CITY review and approval forecasted budgets for the first three years of operating the New Museum demonstrating a fiscally sustainable business model. f. Identify additional public benefits associated with the New Museum that can reasonably be facilitated and implemented, such as public art in the creek walk area or similar. Further information about these conditions are included in the following pages. 8 §3.a: NON-PROFIT STATUS SLOMA has maintained our 501(c)(3) non-profit status since our founding in 1966. Below is a copy of our IRS determination Letter, originally filed as the San Luis Obispo Art Association, as well as an acknowledgment of our name change to the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art in 2011. 9 §3.a: NON-PROFIT STATUS (cont’d) 10 §3.b: PHASE I FUNDRAISING STATUS Thanks in large part to the enthusiasm garnered by the City’s Phase I support last year, we currently have confirmed 32 major donors for Phase I, for a total of $8,555,700 in donations and pledges since August 2026 bringing us to 100% of our Phase I construction goal and 95% of our overall Phase 1 goal (excluding a $1M contingency and transition expanses). The remaining 5% of the overall Phase I goal and contingency will be the focus of our Phase I Closeout with a public naming opportunity campaign, detailed further in the following pages, to ensure enduring public commitment and participation. Of the $8.5M pledged, we have 85% cash in-hand empowering us to confidently fund our construction spending while we continue to fundraise for Phase II. FU N D R A I S I N G S U M M A R Y 11 §3.c: ENTITLEMENTS & PERMITS We have secured all primary entitlements and interior demolition permits for Phase I. The proposed façade improvements were approved by the City’s Cultural Heritage Committee on April 27, 2026. Interior demolition began on April 20 and renovations are slated to begin soon pending a final permit from the City of San Luis Obispo, which is expected to be received in early June. Overall, we remain on schedule for a grand opening in July 2027. To draw additional community attention to the project’s progress while screening the visual disruption of construction, we have installed colorful vinyl window coverings along the Higuera Street storefronts, including the facade of the former Creeky Tiki space (shown below). Install in Action! SLOMA’s Higuera Street vinyl signage was a true community collaboration with design, fabrication, and installation all completed by partners based in the City of San Luis Obispo. Vinyl Panel Designs: Matchfire Top Vinyl (782 Higuera): Fabrication & Installation by The Sign Place. Left Vinyl (778 & 786 Higuera): Fabrication by Cal Poly’s University Graphic Systems. Installation by SLOMA’s Preparator Alonso Castañeda and Curatorial Assistant Mac Wilkinson (pictured here).12 §3.d: CONSTRUCTION TIMELINE While ambitious, the campaign timeline is grounded in careful planning, early momentum, and demonstrated fundraising capacity. Clear benchmarks, phased goals, and disciplined budget oversight position SLOMA’s campaign for success and reinforce confidence among stakeholders and prospective donors. SLOMA maintains weekly meetings with project partners and contractors to keep the project on time and on budget. A construction timeline is included below and shows that we remain on schedule for a July 2027 opening on Higuera. 13 §3.d: CONSTRUCTION BUDGET Below is a contemporary Phase I Budget and Construction Budget provided by project partner NK Builders, Inc. of San Luis Obispo. 14 $7.3M §3.d: FUNDRAISING PLAN When a city invests in its downtown, it does more than support a single project—it affirms a shared vision for community life, economic vitality, and cultural identity. Public investment signals that the spaces where people gather, learn, and connect matter, and that they are worthy of collective stewardship. It reflects not only the priorities of today’s residents, but also a commitment to future generations who will shape the character of San Luis Obispo. In this way, the City serves as both a present-day partner and a long-term steward of a vibrant, accessible, and inclusive downtown. SLOMA launched this ambitious expansion through private philanthropic support to build momentum, demonstrate community demand, and validate the strength of the vision. As we enter Phase II, an early leadership investment from the City can play a similarly catalytic role. Much like the successful Phase I matching grant, a City commitment at this stage will strengthen donor confidence, inspire broader participation, and reinforce that this museum is a shared community asset. Timing is especially critical because the pre-opening phase represents the project’s greatest opportunity for philanthropic momentum and leverage. Early leadership support will help SLOMA complete the campaign from a position of strength, maximize the impact of public and private investment, and ensure the expanded museum opens with a stable foundation focused on long-term community impact and sustainability. 15 §3.d: FUNDRAISING PLAN: NAMING OPPORTUNITIES SLOMA has established a detailed Naming Opportunities plan, included across campaign materials and on the project webpage. This plan invites additional community buy-in with meaningful, visible acknowledgment of donor contributions at all levels. (See below.) Below, you’ll see that several Naming Opportunities have already been reserved; additional reservations are currently under consideration by major donors as reflected in our Fundraising Plan gift pyramid. Entry-level naming opportunities will be rolled out as part of our public phase starting this summer (more on that next!). 16 BUILDING A LEGACY NAMING OPPORTUNITIES GIFT NAMING OPPORTUNITIES $4 Million Trust Automation Gallery (reserved) $3 Million Education Center (1010 Broad Street) $2 Million Mission View Terrace ────────────────────────────── Art Gallery Terrace ────────────────────────────── Forbes Gallery (reserved) ────────────────────────────── The Harold J. Miossi Network (reserved) $1 Million Gallery 2 ────────────────────────────── Front Lobby ────────────────────────────── Creekside Deck ────────────────────────────── Barbara Renshaw Museum Shop (reserved) $750,000 Gallery 3 $500,000 Lightwell Gallery ────────────────────────────── Cafe ────────────────────────────── Grand Hall ────────────────────────────── Art Lift Elevator ────────────────────────────── Coat Check ────────────────────────────── Art Storage $250,000 Catering Kitchen ────────────────────────────── Workshop ────────────────────────────── Director's Office (reserved) ────────────────────────────── Front Desk (reserved) ────────────────────────────── Passenger Elevator (reserved) $100,000 Staff Offices (4 Available) ────────────────────────────── Meeting Room ────────────────────────────── Gallery Benches (3 available; 7 reserved) $50,000 Creekside Patio Benches (3 available; 7 reserved) $25,000 Native Garden Planters (4 available) GIFT NAMING OPPORTUNITIES – Endowed Positions $5 Million Endowed Position: Executive Director $3 Million Endowed Position: Chief Curator §3.d: FUNDRAISING PLAN: PUBLIC PHASE ROLLOUT While the campaign has been publicly announced, the active “Public Phase” of the fundraising campaign will roll out this summer to coincide with the start of construction and the 12-month countdown of our grand opening on Higuera. In addition to targeted marketing initiatives (detailed next in our Comprehensive Communication & Marketing Timeline), we will also launch a public naming campaign targeting entry- and mid-level donors. Naming opportunities include our creekside patio benches, native garden beds, and our fun creekside deck railing as a creative spin on the typical “bricks” recognition often employed by capital campaigns. The creekside railings represent a centerpiece of our Phase I closeout, designed as an accessible and visible way for the community to participate and take ownership in the project. We will launch the public phase in summer 2026, aligning with the 12-month countdown to opening. With 95% of Phase I complete, this final public naming campaign will carry us confidently across the finish line. Sneak Peak at our Patron Posts: The creekside deck railings, nicknamed our “Patron Posts,” consist of 155 arched perimeter markers along the deck’s creekside edge. The flat top face of the post will be adorned with a plaque with the donor’s name and serve as an enduring testament to our community’s support. We can’t wait to see visitors walking along the deck, searching for their names and showing their friends and family how they helped make this community dream a reality! DONOR NAME HERE front view top view 17 §3.d: COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNICATION & MARKETING TIMELINE SLOMA’s Marketing Committee is led by regional industry professionals including Lea Brandy (Matchfire), Lynne Biddinger (Unlock-Potential), and Missy Reitner-Cameron (The Bunker). Together with SLOMA’s staff, they have created a robust Communications Plan that will support the campaign’s public phase. Launching in Summer 2026, this 12-month effort will build awareness and drive participation through a mix of initiatives including cross-sector partnerships, pop-up programming throughout SLO County, paid and grassroots marketing efforts, and consistent project updates across SLOMA’s digital and print channels, all leading up to the opening of SLOMA’s new home on Higuera Street. Identified communication channels include: OUTLET AUDIENCE REACH SLOMA social media (@SLOMuseumofArt)11,000+ followers SLOMA E-news subscribers 4,800 subscribers New Times (media partner) 100,000 readers (print + digital) SLO Tribune 17,000 daily readers KSBY (media partner) 230,000 households in KSBY’s service area covering San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara Counties VisitSLO.com and @ ShareSLO 43,000 social media followers Open Studios Art Tour Guide Printed and digital guide with SLO County Arts, distributed county-wide Sept-Oct Radio LAZER 40+ Spanish-language radio stations across 20+ major markets in California and Nevada LA Times (purchased digital ads) 500,000 online subscribers Hyperallergic Prominent online arts magazine with over 500,000 unique monthly visitors 18 §3.d: FUNDRAISING PLAN: PHASE II GIVING PYRAMID SLOMA’s campaign fundraising plan is a strategic, multi-phased approach to securing the resources needed to successfully complete both phases of our expansion project. By leveraging a balanced mix of public investment, private philanthropy, and grassroots support, the plan advances key capital priorities while building broad community ownership in SLOMA’s future. The overview below introduces the core components guiding this effort, with additional detail provided in the sections that follow. SLOMA’s staff have created a comprehensive Giving Pyramid to illustrate the breakdown of the campaign’s giving levels and the number of identified donor prospects at each level. As previously noted, we already have a substantial number of donors that have pledged their future support, as well as many campaign prospects in the donation pipeline. Based on active conversations with major donors, we currently have 12 qualified prospects qualified for a Phase II gift over $500,000. 19 §3.e: FORECASTED OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE NEW MUSEUM Our forecasted operating budget for the new museum is informed by our comprehensive feasibility study by Lord Cultural Resources, as well as valuable input from local experts and business owners. Based on this research, our projections indicate untapped potential for earned revenue, particularly through retail sales, event rentals, and program partnerships. By diversifying our revenue, we will create a diversified and sustainable operating model. 20 Our new home in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo will create exciting new opportunities for earned revenue to support SLOMA’s long-term sustainability. Expanded revenue streams will include venue rentals — imagine getting married in an art museum! — exhibition touring fees, and the return of paid programs like our beloved summer art camps for kids. Accessibility will remain central to SLOMA’s mission. Free community programs — including our popular Second Saturdays family art days, rotating mural program, First Fridays after-hours receptions, and free school tours — will continue to be a cornerstone of our community engagement efforts, ensuring that the arts remain welcoming and accessible to all. §3.f: ADDITIONAL PUBLIC BENEFITS SLOMA staff are in active conversations with cultural partners across the county to co-develop environmentally-friendly artistic installations along the San Luis Creek walk. Our goal is not only to visually connect our two campuses, but also to activate the creek corridor and Mission Plaza as a vibrant, sustainable, and engaging public space through thoughtfully integrated art and lighting that encourages increased pedestrian use and enhances the natural environment in a responsible manner. Proposed public benefits include wayfinding signage, painted and installed artistic elements, and enhanced lighting. These features may also connect with other cultural installations throughout the City and County of San Luis Obispo, helping to extend the artistic experience beyond our campus and positioning the creek as a unifying thread across a broader cultural network. Potential partners currently in discussion include Sensorio in Paso Robles, along with additional artists in active conversation with SLOMA’s Chief Curator. 1010 BROAD 778 HIGUERA 21 SUPPLEMENTAL 1: PROPERTY MAP 22 SUPPLEMENTAL 2: PROPERTY REPORT San Luis Obispo County Data as of: 04/01/2026 Number of Properties: 4 Five Line Report 1 Owner Name:NF Davis Drier & Elevator Inc Year Built / Eff:1925 / Site Address:1035 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Living Area:10,607 Mailing Address:Po Box 425, Firebaugh, CA 93622 Lot Area / Acres:6,511 / 0.15 APN:002-423-045 Land Use:Retail Trade Bedrooms: Sale / Rec Date:04/18/2018 / 04/27/2018 Sale Price / Type:$11,473,500 / Full Val...Baths (F / H):7 / 2 Owner Name:NF Davis Drier & Elevator Inc Year Built / Eff: Site Address:778 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Living Area:0 Mailing Address:Po Box 425, Firebaugh, CA 93622 Lot Area / Acres:3,000 / 0.07 APN:002-423-046 Land Use:Commercial Lot Bedrooms: Sale / Rec Date:04/18/2018 / 04/27/2018 Sale Price / Type:$11,473,500 / Full Val...Baths (F / H): 3 Owner Name:NF Davis Drier & Elevator Inc Year Built / Eff:1991 / Site Address:778 Higuera St #B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Living Area:15,456 Mailing Address:Po Box 425, Firebaugh, CA 93622 Lot Area / Acres:11,761 / 0.27 APN:002-423-049 Land Use:Retail Trade Bedrooms: Sale / Rec Date:04/18/2018 / 04/27/2018 Sale Price / Type:$11,473,500 / Full Val...Baths (F / H):2 / 4 Owner Name:NF Davis Drier & Elevator Inc Year Built / Eff:1900 / Site Address:782 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Living Area:4,219 Mailing Address:Po Box 425, Firebaugh, CA 93622 Lot Area / Acres:10,250 / 0.24 APN:002-423-047 Land Use:Retail Trade Bedrooms: Sale / Rec Date:04/18/2018 / 04/27/2018 Sale Price / Type:$11,473,500 / Full Val...Baths (F / H): © 2026 First American Financial Corporation and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. NYSE: FAF PAGE 1 OF 1 23 SUPPLEMENTAL 3: SNEAK PEEK AT SLOMA’S OPENING EXHIBITIONS Yvette Mayorga Tr u s t A u t o m a t i o n G a l l e r y Saodat Ismaïlova Fo r b e s G a l l e r y Ga l l e r y T w o Carol Paquet Dalton Jamieson Ga l l e r y T h r e e Michael Porten Ar t A t r i u m Our inaugural exhibitions in SLOMA’s new downtown San Luis Obispo home will mark a transformative moment for both our museum and the community we serve. Opening in July 2027, the exhibitions will reflect our expanded curatorial capacity with ambitious, museum-quality presentations while remaining deeply committed to uplifting the extraordinary artistic talent of the Central Coast and beyond. Our new space on Higuera Street will allow us to present larger-scale exhibitions, immersive installations, and dynamic public programming that were previously beyond our reach. According to projections from the 2023 feasibility study conducted by Lord Cultural Resources, we anticipate welcoming more than 100,000 visitors in our first year in the new facility, dramatically expanding our impact as a cultural destination and creating new opportunities for artists, audiences, and community connection. Susan O’Malley Ar t T e r r a c e LOCAL A R T I S T ! LOCAL A R T I S T ! 24 SUPPLEMENTAL 4: SNEAK PEEK AT SLOMA’S FUTURE PROGRAMMING SLOMA’s expansion will dramatically broaden opportunities for creative learning and community engagement for both youth and adults. With dedicated classroom and program space at the reimagined Education Center at 1010 Broad, SLOMA plans to launch its first K-12 art camps since 2019 beginning in March 2027, alongside expanded after school programs, hands-on workshops, artist talks, and lifelong learning opportunities. We will also continue to offer our popular free community programs including school tours, Second Saturdays family art-making events, and First Fridays after-hours receptions and activations for adults. Across both campuses, the expanded Museum will create more accessible pathways for people of all ages to explore creativity, build connections, and engage with the arts year-round. 25