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A resolution approving an application for a Major Cultural Institution grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission to the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metro Arts Commission, to provide general operating support.
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WHEREAS, the Tennessee Arts Commission is accepting applications for a Major Cultural Institution grant, with an award of $150,000.00 and required matching funds of $150,000.00; and,
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Government is eligible to participate in this grant program; and,
WHEREAS, it is to the benefit of the citizens of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County that this grant application be approved and submitted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:
Section 1. That the grant application of the Metropolitan Government, acting by and through the Metro Arts Commission, for a Major Cultural Institution grant to provide general operating support, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein, is hereby approved, and the Metro Arts Commission is authorized to submit said application to the Tennessee Arts Commission.
Section 2. That this resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.
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This resolution approves an application for a Major Cultural Institution grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission to the Metro Arts Commission with an award of $150,000 and no cash match required. If the grant is awarded, the proceeds will be used to fund general operation support costs related to art programs, including program and direct expenses not covered in the Metropolitan Government’s operating budget. The term of the grant is July 1, 2023 to June 15, 2024.