Establishment and purpose.
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 43.20
in effect43.20. - Establishment and purpose.
There is hereby established in the city a department of arts and cultural affairs. The purpose of the department is to advance, support, stimulate and promote a diverse and active arts and cultural environment that recognizes and draws on the full potential of Minneapolis' artists and arts organizations, reflects and responds to civic concerns and aspirations, and enriches the lives of all people who live in, work in and visit Minneapolis. Subject to the direction and supervision of the city coordinator as provided by section 21.10, the director shall have direct responsibility for the organization, administration and operation of the department. The city council shall provide for the necessary expenses of the department.
(Ord. No. 2021-037, § 3, 7-23-21)
Source: City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Code of Ordinances, City Charter and Park and Recreation Board Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mn/minneapolis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_TIT2AD_CH43DEARCUAF_43.20ESPUFetched: 11/2/2026