Section 13-8-102 - DefinitionsAs used in this subchapter:
(1) "Agency" means the Arkansas Arts Council established in this subchapter. The agency shall include the advisory council and the position of executive director as established in this subchapter;(2) "Arts" includes, but is not limited to:(A) Instrumental and vocal music;(G) Architectural and allied fields;(N) Costume and fashion design;(R) Tape and sound recordings; and(S) The arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of such major art forms;(3) "Group" includes any state or other public agency and any nonprofit society, institution, organization, association, museum, or establishment in Arkansas, whether or not incorporated;(4) "Office" means the Arkansas Arts Council established in this subchapter. The office shall include the advisory council and the position of executive director as established in this subchapter;(5) "Production" means:(A) A play, with or without music;(C) A dance or choral performance;(L) A tape or sound recording; and(M) Any other activity involving the execution or rendition of the arts and meeting any standards approved by the agency; and(6) "Project" means:(A) A program organized to carry out the purposes of this subchapter, including a program: (i) To foster artistic creativity;(ii) To commission works of art;(iii) To create opportunities for individuals to develop artistic talents when carried on as a part of a program otherwise included in this definition; and(iv) To develop and enhance public knowledge and understanding of the arts and humanities; and(B) "Project" also includes, when appropriate:(i) The rental, purchase, renovation, or construction of a facility;(ii) The purchase or rental of land; and(iii) The acquisition of equipment, supplies, materials, and other personal property.Acts 1971, No. 359, § 2; A.S.A. 1947, § 6-1002; Acts 1995, No. 1119, § 1; 2003, No. 608, § 3.