Thank you for your support of Oakland Arts! 

When the arts are on the line- this community takes a stand.

Budget Report Zeroes Out the Arts: 

The informational report issued by the Mayor's Office presents a framework for cuts to the general fund. The report is available on the City's homepage- Mayor Quan's Informational Report to City Council on the City's Fiscal Condition and Framework for a Balancing Plan  (page 77 of pdf)

Current budget (FY11) for Arts Grants: $730,120

- Reduction Amount for Next Year (FY12):  $730,120

= 0 for Arts Grants 

The general fund budget will ultimately be passed by the Council. It is imperative that we make our collective voice heard by elected officials. We've made a great start! 

Supplemental Funding Source -T.O.T Funding: 

The voter approved Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Measure C funds approx. $200,000 for the arts. This supplemental funding source is insufficient to support the Cultural Funding Program-- accounting for less than 20% of previous funding levels ($1.1 mil in FY08).  

What's Next: 

The Mayor is set to release a budget proposal at the end of April. The Council is having a budget workshop at Joaquin Miller Community Center, Monday, April 11, 9am to discuss budget priorities.  

The Arts are a priority for Oakland. The Oakland Cultural Trust advocates for equitable and proportionate cuts.