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Council backs increased operating support for film commission; debate over downtown Public Square funding
Summary
Council approved a grant to the Greater Cleveland Film Commission and authorized continued City support for Public Square programming managed by Downtown Cleveland Inc.; members praised film industry job gains and workforce training, while some raised concerns about downtown spending versus neighborhood parks.
The committee approved multiple economic development items that include operating support for the Greater Cleveland Film Commission and a restricted contribution to Downtown Cleveland Inc. (DCI) for Public Square maintenance and programming.
Film commission: Grace Harrison and Bill Garvey of the film commission told council that rising production costs prompted a request for an additional $50,000 in the operating grant to remain competitive. Garvey said 2024 production activity generated substantial local economic benefits: direct…
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