citymanager

December 12, 2006

Dear City Manager O’Brien,

Thank you for your support of community media, and in particular WCCA TV 13. As you know, community media enriches the lives of Worcester’s citizens. In the past year alone WCCA has collaborated with the Worcester Senior Center, YMCA, Worcester Public Schools, Regional Environmental Council, and the Worcester Community Action Council, making WCCA an essential part of the fabric of this city.

We appreciate your continued acknowledgement of the importance of WCCA and look forward to the continued support of the City Manager’s Office and the Worcester City Council.

WCCA is a necessary cultural institution in Worcester. In 2005, Worcester’s Cultural Coalition invited Charles Landry to Worcester to create open dialog about the future of Worcester. Landry focuses on the use of culture on city revitalization. Highlighted in this research is the importance of civic engagement, quality of life issues, and a vibrant downtown. Attached to this letter is a copy of the Creative City Initiative, created by the Worcester Cultural Coalition. WCCA’s mission and operation match the goals set forth by the Creative City Initiative. This further illustrates how WCCA is a valuable resource. Any loss to WCCA would negatively impact Worcester’s cultural and civic landscape.

We look to you for support in assuring secure funding and positive future for WCCA and Worcester’s cultural landscape.

Sincerely,

Nicole Belanger