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Community arts expansion at Hopper Academy
Commissioner Thomas reported strong demand — 75+ sign-ups with almost no advertising — for mosaic workshops at Hopper Academy, plus a community mural of 350 pieces to be unveiled at the Emancipation celebration. He suggests the city may need a more suitable dedicated art center space.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026
LowParks Rec
Central Florida Zoo sloth rescue crisis
The zoo is burning $1,500-$2,000 a day quarantining rescued sloths from the exotic pet trade. Thomas wanted city money; the mayor reshaped it into summer camp tickets — sending 82 kids to the zoo while getting revenue to the zoo.
1 mentionLast discussed May 11, 2026