Cuyahoga County - County Amendment / Issue 18: Arts and Culture Passed with 55 percent of the vote. The levy will raise the county cigarette tax by 1.5 cents per cigarette or 30 cents per pack for 10 years, generating about $20 million per year for artists, arts and cultural organizations, and special cultural projects. The money collected through the initiative, will be awarded through county grants to select applicants through a rigorous peer-review process conducted by the arts and cultural district in the county.

A strong region must have strong arts and culture. It makes our children better students and prepares them to succeed in a competitive world. It provides good paying jobs and strengthens our economy. Cuyahoga County's Arts & Culture is a source of great pride. Our music, art, theater, dance and museums are unique assets that make us great. These world-renowned treasures are at risk due to tough economic times. Support Arts & Culture in Cuyahoga County by voting FOR Issue 18.