Massachusetts Artists Leaders Coalition
Artists leaders and artist-run groups addressing policy issues that affect artists in Massachusetts
The recently enacted Rural Policy Advisory Commission, introduced by Stephen Kulik, D-Worthington, is an initiative created by the State Legislature as an outside section of the recently passed FY 2016 state budget. The goal for the Rural Policy Advisory Commission is to act as an equalizer on budget and policy matters for the rural communities. …
The National Dance Education Organization needs you to call Congress. Ask your Representative to vote for the S.1177, the “Every Child Achieves Act”, when it comes to the House. Please emphasize the importance of dance education and 21st century goals of life learning and skills! To find your Representative in the House go to http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/#altcontact. …
In April, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh launched “Boston Creates,” the city’s cultural planning process. Boston Creates is now urging all those (ages 12+) who live and/or work in the city to complete the Boston Creates Community Survey. “Your participation will help to illustrate the kinds of arts, cultural and creative activities that are most meaningful …
By week’s end, both the MA House and Senate overrode two key vetoes by Governor Baker so as to fully restore funding to vital arts and culture services. Here are those results: Restore the FULL funding for the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) back to $14.6 million (line item 0640-0300). The final votes in favor of the MCC override were …