Cultural Council Agenda and Packet 2022 02 10

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artists expressed a desire for increased methods to grow the skills of their craft, increased access to venues for art instruction, and access to venues in which to display and sell art. Special Events Louisville is known for a wide range of successful special events, ranging from national musical acts and cultural events honoring Louisville's history to highly competitive athletic events, all of which add to the small town character for which Louisville is known. Public response to these events has been overwhelmingly positive, Street Faire, Friday Night Art Walks, Fourth of July Celebration and Labor Day Parade were rated as very important to the quality of life in Louisville by over 60% of respondents. Public meeting attendees expressed a continue desire to continue these special events. Education and Outreach Arts education and community outreach is an essential component to serving all Louisville residents and ensuring that an appreciation of the arts is available to all ages. Currently, arts classes are offered by BVSD and by a number of independent artists and arts organizations. The primary non -school facilities for arts instruction include: Louisville Art Association, The Art Underground, Louisville Recreation Center and Louisville Public Library. In addition, music, theatre and dance instruction is available through many different organizations including Dana V. Music, AfterBeat Drum School, Danse Etoile, Mountain Contemporary Dance Arts, and CenterStage Theatre. Public meeting attendees discussed opportunities to expand the reach of arts education programs. Suggestions included exploring artist -in -resident opportunities and working more closely with BVSD to develop partnerships between schools and arts in the community. The Plan This Cultural Arts Master Plan has been developed to guide the City of Louisville a clear vision and roadmap for the role of arts and culture in the community. It includes a vision statement describing the role of arts and culture in the Louisville community as well as specific goals, strategies and action items to guide the City and its partners in implementing the Cultural Arts Master Plan. Vision: The City of Louisville promotes the public and private advancement of the arts and culture. We integrate the arts, culture and humanities with community design, economic development, education and other development initiatives to strengthen the quality of life and small town character of Louisville.