Quality of Life Indicators

arts & cultural vitality

Arts and Cultural Vitality. It makes us human, engages us socially, preserves our authenticity, heritage and traditions. It is a vital component of leisure and a thriving economy. The cultural community provides a wide variety of high-quality fine arts and folk arts to the largest possible audiences; accessible to all citizens at many facilities, and integrated into our educational curriculum in a systematic manner at all levels. Business and government recognize and support the economic, social and spiritual benefits of developing cultural resources within our community.

indicators in this category:

• expression of culture through the arts
  Civic investment and grants allow for public art, tours in historical areas, cultural & arts districts, and multiple venues for expression. Expression of Culture through the arts is a new indicator identified by the community in the 2006 update process. Data measures have been identified, researched, and civic investment funding and grants support for the arts identified as the easest to track on a consistent basis. View data
• participation in the arts & cultural activities
  People creating art and attendance at arts & cultural events (such as Artown and multicultural festivals) enhance not only our lives but also our economic base, contributing to the region's bottom line, and offering ways for the community to come together. View data