FLOYD GARROTT introduced fellow Rotarian, JIM BODENMILLER, whose topic was "Arts in Action", a progress report on implementation of the 2008 Cultural Plan. He explained the involvement of the three major granting organizations; The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC), and Tippecanoe Arts Federation (TAF). A task force was formed in 2005 to create a strategic plan through the "arts and culture" lens. He reviewed the four goals and the strategies to implement each goal. JIM answered several good questions following his remarks. For the full slide presentation, click here.

Renee Roames, guest of JANE TURNER; Sally Luzader, wife of TIM LUZADER.

Money Collectors: MARNE HELGESEN and DON GENTRY; Greeter: MICHAEL HUNT; Invocation: DICK RAHDERT; Song Leader: DAVE LUHMAN. Help with attendance and facilitating a smooth meeting: JO WADE, Help with Ripples: BILL FULLER.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

"A positive business climate with tax incentives for job creation, a work force of qualified, highly educated individuals, and a multitude of arts and cultural attractions are all essential elements to Indiana's economic development. We must make these goals priorities as we consider the next biennial budget."
Sheila Klinker

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