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File #: 0211X-2016    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 9/8/2016 In control: Stinziano
On agenda: 9/12/2016 Final action: 9/15/2016
Title: To Recognize and Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Franklinton Arts District Urban Scrawl
Sponsors: Michael Stinziano, Elizabeth Brown, Mitchell Brown, Shannon G. Hardin, Jaiza Page, Priscilla Tyson, Zach M. Klein

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To Recognize and Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Franklinton Arts District Urban Scrawl

 

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WHEREAS, Urban Scrawl was founded in 2007 by the Franklinton Arts District in response to the growing desire to celebrate local artists and their positive impact on the neighborhood of Franklinton; and

 

WHEREAS, Urban Scrawl offers a two-day festival setting featuring the live creation of murals, and the opportunity for community members and visitors to experience local art and interact with neighbors and entertainers; and

 

WHEREAS, Urban Scrawl, originally held at Dodge Park, now housed at 400 West Rich St., continues to grow each year, attracting large numbers of visitors and artists; and

 

WHEREAS, funds generated at Urban Scrawl have been directed to support individual artist, artistic collaborations and community-based organizations investing in the fundamental value of arts and culture in Franklinton; and

 

WHEREAS, upon this anniversary, the City of Columbus commends Urban Scrawl and the Franklinton Arts District for their continued success and lasting impact and contributions made to our community; now, therefore

 

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:

 

That this Council does hereby recognize and celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Urban Scrawl on August 27 and 28, 2016.