AGENDA DATE: 9/13/2017
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Piedmont Council of the Arts Closure and Recommended Redirection of County's FY 18 Contribution
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Update on Piedmont Council of the Arts closure and request to redirect the $5,000 County FY 18 contribution to the Rivanna Conservation Alliance to support an alternative Arts and Cultural program event.
ITEM TYPE: Consent Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Walker, Letteri, Kamptner, Mahon, Kilroy, Bittle, Allshouse, L.
PRESENTER (S): N/A
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Douglas C. Walker
BACKGROUND: The County's FY 18 Budget included a $5,000 contribution to the Piedmont Council for the Arts (PCA). The County paid the contribution to PCA on July 14, 2017.
On August 17, 2017, the PCA's board of directors announced that, after months of discussions with stakeholders and others, the best way for it to serve the community was to close its doors. PCA's press release stated it was appreciative of those who have provided contributions to the organization over the years including the County of Albemarle.
On August 30, 2017, the President of the PCA's board of directors stated PCA would be returning the County's $5,000 contribution to the County.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Quality Government Operations: Ensure County government's capacity to provide high quality service that achieves community priorities. This effort also indirectly supports the County's strategic efforts associated with the Rivanna River Corridor.
DISCUSSION: Staff recommends that the Board redirect the returned contribution to the Rivanna Conservation Alliance in support of an inaugural river-focused arts event entitled "FLOW." This event, along with other future activities, will increase residents' access to and appreciation of the Rivanna River throughout the urban ring. The FLOW event will be held on September 30 in conjunction with the annual Rivanna River Renaissance Conference, and as part of a larger event supported by bo...
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