Whereas, MidCoast Fine Arts encourages the role of Art in tourism and redevelopment; and,

Whereas, the Community of Bettendorf considers the Arts to be a major component of our Quality of Life; and,

Whereas, the Quad City Area boasts a symphony, ballet, museum of art, our own Family Museum of Arts & Sciences, as well as a number of theatre and music organizations,

Now Therefore, I, Ann Hutchinson, Mayor of the City of Bettendorf, do hereby support the request of MidCoast Fine Arts and join with other area Mayors in proclaiming our Quad City Area as a 

"MIDWEST ARTS MECCA" 

and urge all residents to enjoy the many cultural activities available to them.

Proclaimed this 6th day of March, 2001.