The Governor announced the restoration of arts funding today. You successfully pushed the state to recognize the economic power of our cultural sector. Send a thank you email to your representative today to ensure this new budget remains locked in for the future.
April 28, 2011
Final supporters
Dear Governor Malloy,
As mayor of Stamford, you experienced firsthand what a thriving arts community means for the economic well-being of a city -- and your support made the difference. We urge you as governor to do the same for Connecticut!
Please reinforce the message that a creative economy ensures jobs, financial security and cultural vitality. You heard us when the CT Arts Alliance met with you at the Bushnell before the election. Please hear us now. Don’t let our state miss the opportunity to leverage the arts for a better economy and a more vibrant place to live and work:
• Over 22 million people per year experience CT's arts and cultural attractions.
• Arts = Jobs: 10,296 arts-related businesses provide over 37,000 jobs directly.
• The arts generate over $3.8 billion in direct gross state product annually, including $2.6 billion in personal income.
We urge you to consider the recommendations made in the CT Arts Alliance Platform and the Addendum on Arts and Culture sent to your Transition Policy Committee, including:
1. Preserve and enhance state funding for the Arts
- Restore arts funding to $5 million to fund the Basic Cultural Resources grants
- Maintain annual allocations to the CT Arts Endowment Fund
- Maintain 1% for the "Art in Public Spaces" program
2. Maintain an independent National Endowment for the Arts-approved State Arts Commission
3. Appoint a Creative Economy Council (Bill 6050)
4. Use state bonding to improve and stimulate employment to benefit historic and anchor cultural facilities
We, the undersigned, affirm our support and belief that arts and culture should be viewed as a strategic cornerstone of economic development in our state.
Thank you for your continued support of one of Connecticut's greatest resources. As pledged in the CT Arts Alliance meeting with you, arts leaders are ready to meet with you or members of your staff to provide additional input to help meet your goals of driving the economic vitality and health of the state of Connecticut.
Respectfully,
The CT Arts Alliance & Arts Advocates across Connecticut
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
February 12, 2011
February 10, 2011
We are approaching one thousand signatures and need to hit this milestone before our meeting with the Governor. Post this link on your Facebook feed right now and text three friends to get them to sign.
February 9, 2011
The office of the Governor is finally taking notice because of your combined action. Email your state representative today and demand they prioritize these arts funding recommendations before the upcoming legislative session.
Reached 100 supporters
February 9, 2011
6 Comments
Stamford was great under him regarding the arts so why stop now? Do right by the whole state for once.
My kids grew up in the local art programs and they are better for it. Please dont take this away from the next generation.
THINK ABOUT THE JOBS. So many people rely on this industry to pay rent. Do better!!
So tired of seeing everything that makes CT interesting get chopped. We need color and culture not just more empty offices.
Malloy needs to look at the numbers. Arts bring in way more cash than they cost. Keep the funding!
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The Governor announced the restoration of arts funding today. You successfully pushed the state to recognize the economic power of our cultural sector. Send a thank you email to your representative today to ensure this new budget remains locked in for the future.
April 28, 2011
Final supporters
Dear Governor Malloy,
As mayor of Stamford, you experienced firsthand what a thriving arts community means for the economic well-being of a city -- and your support made the difference. We urge you as governor to do the same for Connecticut!
Please reinforce the message that a creative economy ensures jobs, financial security and cultural vitality. You heard us when the CT Arts Alliance met with you at the Bushnell before the election. Please hear us now. Don’t let our state miss the opportunity to leverage the arts for a better economy and a more vibrant place to live and work:
• Over 22 million people per year experience CT's arts and cultural attractions.
• Arts = Jobs: 10,296 arts-related businesses provide over 37,000 jobs directly.
• The arts generate over $3.8 billion in direct gross state product annually, including $2.6 billion in personal income.
We urge you to consider the recommendations made in the CT Arts Alliance Platform and the Addendum on Arts and Culture sent to your Transition Policy Committee, including:
1. Preserve and enhance state funding for the Arts
- Restore arts funding to $5 million to fund the Basic Cultural Resources grants
- Maintain annual allocations to the CT Arts Endowment Fund
- Maintain 1% for the "Art in Public Spaces" program
2. Maintain an independent National Endowment for the Arts-approved State Arts Commission
3. Appoint a Creative Economy Council (Bill 6050)
4. Use state bonding to improve and stimulate employment to benefit historic and anchor cultural facilities
We, the undersigned, affirm our support and belief that arts and culture should be viewed as a strategic cornerstone of economic development in our state.
Thank you for your continued support of one of Connecticut's greatest resources. As pledged in the CT Arts Alliance meeting with you, arts leaders are ready to meet with you or members of your staff to provide additional input to help meet your goals of driving the economic vitality and health of the state of Connecticut.
Respectfully,
The CT Arts Alliance & Arts Advocates across Connecticut
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
February 12, 2011
February 10, 2011
We are approaching one thousand signatures and need to hit this milestone before our meeting with the Governor. Post this link on your Facebook feed right now and text three friends to get them to sign.
February 9, 2011
The office of the Governor is finally taking notice because of your combined action. Email your state representative today and demand they prioritize these arts funding recommendations before the upcoming legislative session.
Reached 100 supporters
February 9, 2011
6 Comments
Art isnt just a hobby its what keeps our economy running here. Cut the funding and you kill so many local businesses its that simple.
Stamford was great under him regarding the arts so why stop now? Do right by the whole state for once.
My kids grew up in the local art programs and they are better for it. Please dont take this away from the next generation.
THINK ABOUT THE JOBS. So many people rely on this industry to pay rent. Do better!!
So tired of seeing everything that makes CT interesting get chopped. We need color and culture not just more empty offices.
Malloy needs to look at the numbers. Arts bring in way more cash than they cost. Keep the funding!
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Art isnt just a hobby its what keeps our economy running here. Cut the funding and you kill so many local businesses its that simple.