File #: 24-1369   
Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 10/2/2024 In control: Clark County Redevelopment Agency
On agenda: 10/16/2024 Final action:
Title: Approve and authorize the Chair to sign an Interlocal Agreement between Clark County Redevelopment Agency and UNLV College of Fine Arts for the sponsorship of arts and culture activities to assist in the revitalization of current redevelopment areas. (For possible action)
Attachments: 1. Staff Report, 2. FY25 UNLV Arts and RDA Interlocal_20251016

CLARK COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

AGENDA ITEM

 

Petitioner:

Shani Coleman, Director of Operations

Recommendation: 

title

Approve and authorize the Chair to sign an Interlocal Agreement between Clark County Redevelopment Agency and UNLV College of Fine Arts for the sponsorship of arts and culture activities to assist in the revitalization of current redevelopment areas.  (For possible action)

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FISCAL IMPACT:

Fund #:

2350.00

Fund Name:

N/A

Fund Center:

2000999000

Funded PGM/Grant:

N/A

Amount:

Up to $325,000

Description:

N/A

Additional Comments:

N/A

 

BACKGROUND: 

Clark County Redevelopment Agency (RDA) will partner with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) College of Fine Arts to revitalize sections of the urban core by leveraging the diverse artistic capabilities of UNLV’s various departments and injecting arts and culture into key urban areas of the community.

Key Activities:

1. Design Presentations: Present design ideas for the future transformation of Commercial Center into a vibrant Arts District.

2. Performing Arts Series: Host a series of public events in redevelopment areas to showcase UNLV's performing arts talents.

3. Documentary Film Project: Expand on the history of Commercial Center and where it is headed going forward.

4. Exhibition Space and Public Art: Develop ongoing on-site exhibitions and public art installations to engage the community.

5. Arts Talks Series: Present free panel discussions on relevant topics related to the partnership and arts in the community.