What role does arts and culture play in the life of a city and what do the arts mean to you?

What steps will you take to help significantly increase private sector funding for local arts and culture organizations so that the community’s arts organizations can present more high quality arts programs for all citizens?

How much of an increase in ongoing arts and culture funding will you support for your jurisdiction? Please provide a specific amount.

In addition to seeking more funding for arts and cultural endeavors, what other public policies would you pursue to strengthen the creative capacity of Portland and the region? Please include your thoughts about integrating arts and culture into the region’s educational system.