The project of the Center for Creativity in Redwood City seems to be taking shape, as the first phase of the feasibility study for this grand space has been concluded, in which the need for a facility to enhance the teaching and learning of various forms of art was determined.
After a community survey was conducted in 2021 indicating the need and desire for an art center by community members, Phase 1 of the feasibility study began, which was completed and delivered to the Steering Committee of the Center for Creativity on January 9.
The research results clearly indicated that artists and arts organizations in and around Redwood City need accessible, affordable, dedicated space to create, teach, learn, exhibit, rehearse, and perform, the committee noted.
He also stressed that the data and comments highlight the need for the artistic community to have a centre of activity, meeting and collaboration.
AMS Planning & Research, the company that was hired to carry out the study, explained to the committee the context in which a new multidisciplinary arts center would operate in order to understand its possible activation and the resulting business model.
The study incorporated a review of existing planning and background materials; confidential interviews with community leaders, arts professionals, and stakeholders; and an inventory of existing arts facilities and programs in San Mateo and Northern Santa Clara counties.
As well as analysis of market characteristics, economic conditions, non-profit activity and philanthropy, and engagement with potential facility users, including an online survey of current facility needs.
Once this first phase of due diligence is completed, AMS Planning & Research will move on to Phase 2, which will include a conceptual study of the various spaces required, their optimal size and use. Management recommendations and financial forecasts will also be made.
The final report and presentations are expected to be ready this spring, and residents will be able to learn more details about the progress of this center.
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