On Tuesday, February 4th the Manitou Springs City Council approved a 0.3% sales tax that will support arts and culture in Manitou Springs. This tax is based on the MACH the ballot measure that passed in December 2019 and will go into effect on July 1, 2020. The MACH tax will be collected for 14.5 years.
Impact of MACH Organizations in 2018
- Served more than 1,700 people weekly
- Presented 1,000+ programs and classes for adults and children
- Provided 25,000+ free visits (not including regular access to PPLD)
- Provided 65+ direct and indirect jobs to regional residents
- Generated $2.3m in tangible value to our patrons
These 25 local organizations & projects qualify for MACH funding
Historic Carnegie Building
Manitou Art Center Miramont Castle Manitou Springs Heritage Center Manitou Springs Arts Council MSSD14 Historic Preservation Council Concrete Couch |
Manitou Springs Creative District
Art Walk Mineral Springs Foundation Manitou Springs Arts Academy Poetry Heals Clayfest Manitou Springs Community Market Textiles West Innovation Lab |
Little London Winds
Manitou Paints! Age-Friendly Manitou Springs Smokebrush Foundation Manitou Chamber Music Festival Manitou Music Foundation Rockey Sculpture Housing Advisory Board Hiawatha Gardens |
And new innovative organizations that have been in existence for at least 3 years