House Republican Press Release

December 11, 2007

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Greenwich Delegation: Announces Greenwich Art Grants

HARTFORD – State Representatives Livvy R. Floren, R-149^th District, Lile R. Gibbons, R-150^th District and Claudia “Dolly” Powers, R- 151^st District, today announced that the state has awarded several arts’ grants to area Greenwich organizations. The grants are sponsored by the Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism’s Arts Division.

The Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism has awarded a Fiscal Year 2008 supplemental general operating support arts grant to the American Classical Orchestra in the amount of $8,795, $7,801 for the Armstrong Chamber Concerts, $68,752 for the Bruce Museum, $8,941 for the Greenwich Choral Society, and the Greenwich Symphony Orchestra will receive $7,938.

Rep. Powers said, “It’s nice to see Greenwich arts getting this recognition from the state. I am exceptionally proud of these outstanding organizations for continually receiving these worthy grants!"

These art grants may be applied to any aspect of an organization’s daily operations, including administrative or programming costs and helps advance the organizations’ overall missions. The grants also aid in promoting greater stability for these organizations and make quality art programs, exhibits and performances available to Connecticut residents.

Rep. Gibbons said, “These funds will provide lasting support for our arts community. I want to thank the Governor Rell and the Arts Commission for promoting these worthwhile organizations. ”

“These grants strengthen the Greenwich arts’ programs and projects and makes Greenwich a rich and exciting place to live,” said Rep. Floren.