Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the modification of a contract with the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) for support of the Greater Columbus Film Commission. The Greater Columbus Film Commission is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the Greater Columbus Area and Central Ohio as a prime filming destination and serves as a central resource hub for the film industry. The City of Columbus understands the positive economic impact that comes from supporting and encouraging major and independent film companies, as well as media production teams, to undertake on-location projects in the Greater Columbus area. The City’s support for the 2016 contract amount is budgeted at $95,000; $37,500 of which was authorized by Ordinance 2718-2015. This ordinance authorizes a $57,500 modification, which will increase the total 2016 contract amount up to $95,000.
It should be noted that $5,000 of the above contract amount will serve as financial support for the 2016 Columbus Film Summit. The Summit is designed to bring together community leaders to lay the groundwork for transforming Columbus into a film city. The Columbus Film Summit hosts speakers on topics ranging from filmmaking in Columbus to film education, production and post production, as well as city and state incentives. The 2016 Columbus Film Summit will also be instrumental in promoting the City of Columbus as a favorable location for future film productions.
This contract will be administered by the Greater Columbus Arts Council, which has for many years served as the City's primary non-profit agency to disburse cultural arts funding.
Greater Columbus Arts Council, Contract Compliance Number: 31-0833384
Fiscal Impact: Funds for this contract are budgeted and available in the 2016 Department of Finance and Management General Fund operating budget.
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To authorize the Director of the Department of Finance and Management to modify an existing contract with the Greater Colu...
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