Serve as a resource for local artists and arts agencies, including all municipalities, throughout Alachua County. Prepare applications for state and federal grants and re-grant eligible grants to local artists and local arts agencies. Prepare applications for eligible state and federal grants to provide enhanced resources for local artists and local arts agencies. Educate and advocate at the state and federal level on issues affecting the arts. Promote and facilitate the inclusion of art into an established process that connects artists, partners and communities for the purpose of enhancing the vitality of the County’s. Responsible for oversight, administration and promotion of Art Tag proceeds and Local Arts Agency dedicated funding. Develop an inclusive strategic plan for county-wide arts and cultural assets that is reviewed and updated annually. Report annually, or as necessary, to the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners on the goals and accomplishments of the Advisory Committee.