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Plano unveils draft Cultural Arts Plan 'Live Creatively in Plano' and seeks public feedback
Summary
City of Plano and consultants presented a draft Cultural Arts Plan that outlines goals for community programming, support for artists, and a stronger city role; public comment period runs through March 21 with a tentative City Council presentation April 14.
Plano officials and consultants on the evening the city presented the draft of Plano’s first comprehensive Cultural Arts Plan, titled “Live Creatively in Plano,” and asked residents and arts organizations to submit feedback through March 21 ahead of a tentative City Council presentation on April 14.
Michelle Hawkins, of the City of Plano, introduced the plan and called it “more than just a document; it is a vision for our future, a roadmap for creativity, and a testament to the passion and dedication to this incredible community to live creatively in Plano.” Linda Flynn of Cultural Planning Group said the plan name and related artwork were developed by local artist Amber Lee.
The draft lays out three goal areas: community (broader public programming and citywide marketing), the creative community (support for individual artists, grants and affordable spaces), and city government (consolidating arts functions and reviewing policy). David, a consultant with Cultural Planning Group, summarized recommended actions including changes to the city’s grants program,…
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