RECOMMENDATION(S):
ESTABLISH the Ad Hoc Arts Council Steering Committee and APPROVE its mission and committee composition.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No fiscal impact arising from the establishment of an Ad Hoc Arts Council Steering Committee.
BACKGROUND:
The Arts and Culture Commission of Contra Costa County (also known as AC5) was established in 1994 to advise the Board of Supervisors in matters and issues relevant to arts and culture; to advance the arts in a way that promotes communication, education, appreciation, and collaboration throughout Contra Costa County; to preserve, celebrate, and share the arts and culture of the many diverse ethnic groups who live in Contra Costa County; to create partnerships with business and government; and to increase communications and understanding between all citizens through art. Most importantly, the mission of the Commission was to promote arts and culture as a vital element in the quality of life for all citizens of Contra Costa County.
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