Title
Inspire Olympia Update
Recommended Action
Information only. No action requested.
Report
Issue:
Updates on Inspire Olympia and Downtown Creative District happenings.
Staff Contact:
Stephanie Johnson, Arts Program Manager, Parks, Arts & Recreation, 360.709.2678
Presenter(s):
Marygrace Goddu, Cultural Access Program Manager, Olympia Community Planning and Development
Background and Analysis:
Ms. Goddu will provide the following updates:
Inspire Olympia Update:
• launch of first funding cycle
• profile of funded cohort
• cultural access in public schools
• capacity building initiative to support growth and sustainability of our cultural nonprofit community.
Creative District Update:
• Recertified through 2029
• Olympia Artspace Alliance support (including branding)
• ArtsWA Capital Grant; Night Market Initiative
Climate Analysis:
Receiving this update will not positively or negatively affect climate and the environment.
Equity Analysis:
Receiving this update will not positively or negatively burden a group that has been historically deprioritized or forgotten.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
N/A
Options:
Receive the information and participate in discussion.
Financial Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
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