Council on February 12, 2002 for the purpose of promoting, supporting, and facilitating cultural opportunities within the community. The council is a 501(c)(3) corporation.

OUR PURPOSES

The purposes of the Corporation include:

• The Arts Council shall serve as an advisory board to the City Council in arts related matters including, but not limited to, long range and comprehensive planning, allocation processes for cultural activities, City sponsored cultural events, and design and usage of related facilities.
• The Arts Council shall act to promote cooperation between the City, private citizens, institutions and agencies interested in conducting activities relating to the arts.
  
• The Arts Council shall be a resource for leadership, coordination, funding and education for area arts and cultural organizations.
  
• The Arts Council shall promote and encourage the arts through publicity, educational activities and programs.
  
• The Corporation may finance, develop, assist, and undertake promotions, programs and projects that are consistent with the purposes and duties provided herein.