Artists and organizations like ArtsNow are stretching every dollar to deliver programs that make our community stronger, safer and more vibrant.

The next 100 years can—and should—be defined by a city that fully embraces arts and culture as a key driver of economic vitality and community health.

When the arts are strong, Akron is stronger.

Editor's note: This column is a part of a series in which community leaders envision the next 100 years for Akron in honor of the city's bicentennial.

As Akron celebrates its bicentennial, we are called to reflect on not just where we’ve been, but also where we’re going. Over the past decade, Akron’s arts, culture and environmental sector has worked hard to prove that when trusted with investment, we over-deliver.

We’ve shown that creativity is not

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