2007/09/25 City Council Resolution 2007-150RESOLUTION NO. 2007-150
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
In Recognition and Support of
October 5, 2007
CALIFORNIA ARTS DAY
WHEREAS, the Arts have tremendous educational value, community value, economic value, and the uniquely
American value of the pursuit of happiness; and
WHEREAS, children learn critical- thinking skills and improve focus when provided a solid foundation in the Arts;
and Arts are a core subject as declared by both the state and federal Departments of Education; and
WHEREAS, participation in the Arts offers engaging, constructive, and safe environments for young people during
the non- school hours when they are most vulnerable to community violence and gang recruitment; and
WHEREAS, the Arts build cultural bridges, contribute towards cross - cultural understanding, strengthen the
association between identity and citizenship, preserve the traditions and contributions of its citizens, and enhance the
quality of life; and
WHEREAS, industries and businesses locate themselves in communities that are the centers of creativity, and
California has more than twice as many arts- related jobs than any other state; and
WHEREAS, the nonprofit arts and cultural organizations generate $5.4 billion to the state's economy, create over
160,000 jobs, and contribute $300 million in state and local tax revenue; and
WHEREAS, arts and culture tourists account for $17 billion annually, one out of ever four dollars spent in the
tourism industry, and provide a key component to economic development at the local level; and
WHEREAS, theaters and cultural centers draw citizens to commercial hubs and urban centers, serve as homes to
local music, theater, dance, and other performing arts companies and provide cultural services for adults and
children; and
WHEREAS, Public Art projects are elements of civic pride and help define and formulate responses to social,
economic, and cultural issues faced by citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park does hereby
recognize and support the mission of the California Arts Council to Advance California through the Arts and
recognizes October 5, 2007
CALIFORNIA ARTS DAY .
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 25* day of September, 2007.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
Mayor Vicki vidak- Martinez
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