File #: 23-0279    Version: 1 Name:
Type: CM Action Item - Arts and Libraries Status: Passed
File created: 3/1/2023 In control: Board of Commissioners
On agenda: 4/19/2023 Final action: 4/19/2023
Title: Request approval of a contract between Fulton County, Georgia and the Johns Creek Arts Center, Inc., a Georgia non-profit corporation, for the purpose of providing funding in the amount of $200,000.00 for the operation and management of the current arts and culture programs based at 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 as well as to provide a Multicultural Performing Arts Center feasibility study and expanded operational programming. The term of the contract is effective upon execution through December 31, 2023. (APPROVED)
Attachments: 1. JCAC 2023 contract, 2. 2023-0279

 

Department

Arts and Culture

 

Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)

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Request approval of a contract between Fulton County, Georgia and the Johns Creek Arts Center, Inc., a Georgia non-profit corporation, for the purpose of providing funding in the amount of $200,000.00 for the operation and management of the current arts and culture programs based at 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 as well as to provide a Multicultural Performing Arts Center feasibility study and expanded operational programming. The term of the contract is effective upon execution through December 31, 2023.  (APPROVED)

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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)

Pursuant to Fulton County Code Section 1-117, O.C.G.A. § 36-1-19.1, and O.C.G.A. § 36-10-1, the Board of Commissioners has exclusive jurisdiction over its affairs and may make charitable contributions in the form of contracts for services, with such contracts to be in writing and spread on the minutes.

 

Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)

Arts and Libraries

 

Commission Districts Affected

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Is this a purchasing item?

No

 

Summary & Background (First sentence includes Agency recommendation. Provide an executive summary of the action that gives an overview of the relevant details for the item.)

 

Scope of Work:  The Department of Arts & Culture recommends the approval of a contract with the Johns Creek Arts Center, Inc., a Georgia non-profit corporation, for the purpose of providing funding in the amount of $200,000.00 for the operation and management of the current arts and culture programs based at 6290 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek, Georgia 30097 as well as to provide a Multicultural Performing Arts Center feasibility study and expanded operational programming.  Scheduled arts exhibitions and educational services will be conducted targeting service delivery in North Fulton through programs that are designed to promote awareness and appreciation of the arts. The Johns Creek Art Center’s staff will develop arts programs and arts education programs.

 

Community Impact: Arts programming provided on a scheduled basis for the benefit of Fulton County citizens and visitors.

 

Department Recommendation: Approval of a contract between Fulton County and the Johns Creek Arts Center in the amount of $200,000 for artistic services upon execution through December 31, 2023.

 

Project Implications: Ensure community education and participation in arts matters throughout Fulton County.

 

Community Issues/Concerns: No issues/concerns have been raised by constituents or clients concerning the agenda item.

 

Department Issues/Concerns: No department concerns have been identified.

 

 

Fiscal Impact / Funding Source

Funding Line 1:

100-181-1810-1814