Town officials should consider creative centers

I encourage our town leaders to consider incorporating creative centers when discussing use of land and buildings, and to support The Creative Space Act, bill H.3587 and S.2334, “an Act to grow and maintain space in cities and towns for the creative economy” sponsored by Rep. Dan Cahill and Sen. Liz Miranda.

The Arts are an important economic boost to our state. In 2023, the Massachusetts arts and cultural sector generated a $29.7 billion economic impact, representing 4.04% of the state's economy and supporting 130,263 jobs. This includes the direct contributions of the arts and cultural industry itself, as well as the broader economic ripple effects it creates.

Norwood can use that kind of economic boost. If we are to attract more artists and artisans and keep the creative individuals that are here, we need to include them in our near and long-term planning. We need to be more welcoming.

Marypaz

Chair, Norwood Cultural Council

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TMM District 6