HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 2003-R0076 - Resolution Creating A Task Force To Develop Entertainment And Local Talent - 02/13/2003Resolution No. 2003-R0076
February 13, 2003
Item No. 57
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the City of Lubbock's entertainment industry has developed talent,
venues, and events that are recognized regionally, statewide, nationally and
internationally; and
WHEREAS, the unique talent, venues, and events in the City of Lubbock have
created an awareness of Lubbock and attracts tourists and visitors to our community every
year; and
WHEREAS, it is important for the City of Lubbock to build upon the potential of
its entertainment industry to create new opportunities culturally, artistically, and
financially; and
WHEREAS, the creation of a task force to help organize the diverse elements that
contribute to the success of a strong entertainment industry in the City of Lubbock and to
provide direction and support for its growth is essential to ensure the success of the City's
entertainment industry in the future; NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
THAT an Entertainment Lubbock Task Force is hereby created by the City
Council of the City of Lubbock, which shall perform its duties in accordance with the
following criteria:
1. The primary objective of the Task Force shall be to develop recommendations
for the City Council with regard to the development, organization, coordination and
funding of events that would take advantage of the various talent and venues associated
with the City of Lubbock's entertainment industry while working collectively with
entertainment entities throughout the region and that would have a positive impact on
tourism within the City.
2. The Task Force will consist of five (5) members appointed by the Mayor. The
Mayor shall appoint the Chair from among the members appointed to the Task Force. The
City Manager of the City of Lubbock shall appoint a staff liaison to the Task Force.
3. Regular meeting will be held at times and locations established by a majority of
the Task Force members. A simple majority shall constitute a quorum, and a majority
vote of the quorum shall be required for any action to be taken by the Task Force.
4. The Entertainment Lubbock Task Force members shall serve for a term of one
year or until such time as their successors are appointed.
5. Reports shall be presented by the Chairperson of the Task Force to the City
Council as requested by the City Council.
Passed by the City Council this 13th day of
ATTEST:
Rebecca Garza, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Tommy Gop6alez, AsKistarJCity Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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M C Mc O , GAL, MAYOR