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Washington State Arts Commission Grants for Creative District Program AB 8391

2 stops across 1 body · Feb 3, 2020 → Jun 6, 2022

Summary

Issaquah became Washington's first Creative District in King County when the State Arts Commission designated the city in June 2020, and the Council accepted the related grant agreement in June 2022. The certification attracts artists, creative businesses, and cultural tourists.

Timeline

Each card is one meeting where this item was discussed, oldest first.

Feb 3, 2020 City Council Regular Meeting
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Jun 6, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting
Action: Accept Grant; Authorize Agreement
The Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) awarded Issaquah the designation of certified Creative District in June 2020. Issaquah was the eighth city in the state to be awarded this designation and the first in King County. The certification is an endorsement of the arts and culture assets and activities that exist in Issaquah and also is intended to attract more artists, entrepreneurs, creativ
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