Boulder Daily Camera: Letter to the Editor

2010 is turning out to be a great year for the creative industries. In January, Governor Bill Ritter and state lawmakers announced new job-creation and economic-growth strategies for Colorado’s creative industries sector which includes three bills being introduced this session.

In 2007, 186,251 jobs in Colorado were associated with creative enterprises and creative occupations ranking it as the 5th largest employment cluster of the state’s economy.

Providing jobs in a tough economy is just one more great reason to support the arts. It is fortunate that the governor and legislators recognize the potential for this industry’s continual growth.

If you agree that the creative industries are important and you want your voice to be heard by our legislators, please consider joining Arts for Colorado, an advocacy group that focuses on preserving and expanding state support for arts. For an annual membership fee of just $35, you will add your voice to the many people who want to preserve the cultural benefits of the arts and contribute to the economic health of our state. You will also be kept up-to-date regarding important trends, issues and initiatives.

For more information, become a member or donate to Arts for Colorado, check out their website at www.artsforcolorado.org.

Thank you.

Karen Gerrity

Louisville

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