A plan to partially restore funding for the arts

About this episode

The episode discusses a plan to restore arts funding, local political events, immigration issues, and community celebrations in Chula Vista.

First, leaders from across the county gathered to announce that they have a plan to restore arts and culture funding. Then, we’ll tell you why Imperial Valley voters rejected a candidate for the Imperial Irrigation District. Also, why have immigration arrests on military bases become more common? Next, residents of a Chula Vista retirement community came together to celebrate a staff member with half a century of experience. And, a graduation for students in the United Lowrider Youth Leadership Bike Club.

Topics covered

• arts funding
• local politics
• immigration
• community celebration
• youth leadership

Keywords

• arts funding
• Imperial Valley
• immigration arrests
• Chula Vista
• Lowrider Youth Leadership

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: KPBS Public Media, Imperial Irrigation District

Places: Imperial Valley, Chula Vista

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