# Appointment of Kenya Meritt as Commissioner of Cultural Affairs and Special Events

- Record number: **A2026-0024049**
- Type: Appointment; category: Appointments
- Status: Final
- Sponsor: Johnson, Brandon
- Committee: [Committee on Special Events, Cultural Affairs and Recreation](https://www.chicagopolitics.org/committee/special-events-cultural-affairs-and-recreation)
- Submitted Date: Mar 18, 2026
- Introduction Date: Mar 18, 2026
- Final Action Date: Apr 15, 2026
- Official record: [Office of the City Clerk](https://chicityclerkelms.chicago.gov/Matter/?matterId=D112B3F6-DC22-F111-8341-001DD80C2AAC)

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