Title
Arts and Science Council (ASC) Contract for FY25
Action
ACTION:
Approve the Fiscal Year 2025 contract between Mecklenburg County and the Arts and Science Council.
Staff Contact: Dena R. Diorio, County Manager
Presentation: Yes
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
The FY25 adopted budget includes $9,035,000 for the Arts and Science Council. This represents an increase of $5,500,000 over FY24. The increased funding will support grants to arts organizations located outside of the City of Charlotte, grants to support existing arts education programs and funding for venue assistance for arts organizations. In addition, the County Commission will appoint 7 members to the 17-member board of directors. The remaining funding will support a series of programs including Culture Blocks, cultural vision grants, fellowships, technical assistance, and business operating support.
PROCUREMENT BACKGROUND:
N/A
POLICY IMPACT:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
$9,035,000