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Davis Arts Council reports wide community reach, credits RAMP funding
Summary
The Davis Arts Council told the council its 2025 programming reached about 40,000 patrons, provided mostly free events (85%), logged 5,000 volunteer hours and hosted a record 115 student art entries; the group thanked Layton City and RAMP funding for support.
Nancy George, chair of the Davis Arts Council, updated the Layton City Council on Jan. 15 about the council’s 2025 activities and community impact. George said the nonprofit staged free and low‑cost programming across the county, highlighted the Kenley Amphitheater as a flagship venue, and credited Layton City’s support and RAMP funding for enabling free offerings.
"Our mission is to enrich and strengthen our community through the power of the arts," George said, outlining metrics including roughly 40,000 patrons served, more than 5,000 volunteer hours and 115 student submissions to the youth art exhibit.
Programs referenced include the long‑running Sunday night concert series (noted as one of the state’s longest free outdoor series), a family‑focused film series that reduced start times to accommodate children, a small stage series that currently performs at Abington Senior Living, and new storytelling events. George also previewed plans for a community mural and a co‑presentation with Parks and Recreation on an America250 event.
Councilors asked whether the arts council would continue to use Abington for the small stage series if the group secured a permanent space; George said she would not rule that out and noted the current arrangements still serve many nonresidents and expand access.
The arts council asked for continued partnership with Layton City staff on programming and thanked the mayor, council and parks staff for ongoing support. The group said free programming depends in part on RAMP funding and that continued collaboration would be important for future plans.
Next steps: Davis Arts Council will continue coordination with city staff on event planning and staffing needs and report back on new initiatives as details are finalized.
