01 & 14 (111)Public Comment
From:
Katrina Soto <
Sent:
Saturday, April 24, 2021 5:54 PM
To:
Public Comment
Subject:
Anaheim Ballet
Dear Mayor Sidhu and Council Members,
I am not a resident of Anaheim but I am concerned about the possible loss of the building that houses Anaheim Ballet.
As you know, the arts are a vital part of the community, and for 20 years Anaheim Ballet has vigorously supported the
arts in the fine city of Anaheim. They have extended service to the underserved in the community as well as presenting
programs to those who may never otherwise be exposed to the grace, beauty, and teamwork that is dance.
My now adult daughters were students of the studio when they were located in South County. It was an essential part of
their lives. I was involved as the property mistress for many years and saw up close the positive effect that dance
training has on young minds and bodies. My daughters did not go on to dance careers but they both credit their years at
the studio with the discipline and sense of collaboration that they applied to their studies and eventual careers. Both are
college graduates. One is a teacher and the other is a research scientist with a PhD.
I thank Anaheim Ballet for the profound influence they had on my daughters and I was proud to be involved with the
various performances that were produced for school assemblies as well as for audiences far and wide. It was heart
warming to see the students mature and make wise decisions. Many students benefitted from scholarships that enabled
them to participate in something positive that they otherwise would not have had access to.
Without a place in which to provide all of this, Anaheim will lose a vital part of its heart. Please vote in support of the
Cooperative Agreement with Anaheim Ballet. Thank you.
Katrina Soto
Dana Point, CA 92629