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Dear Fellow Kentuckian,
I would like to talk to you about the future of Kentucky’s film industry. A new coalition called Lights…Camera…Kentucky! is pushing for legislation that will create a sustainable and profitable motion picture production industry in the Commonwealth. The filming and production of movies, TV pilots, series and commercials, and corporate videos can bring a healthy flow of revenue to a state. Many other states are already realizing the economic rewards, and it’s time for Kentucky to do the same.
What better backdrop is there for film and television production than Kentucky’s beautiful scenery, rich heritage and historical prominence? It’s a natural fit for the Commonwealth and a revenue source just waiting to be tapped. Unfortunately, Kentucky’s current motion picture incentive program is limited and does little to attract new projects. Lights…Camera…Kentucky! is trying to change that.
Legislation will soon be filed in the Kentucky General Assembly that, if passed, will put in place economic incentives to encourage production in Kentucky. These new incentives will help build the infrastructure, workforce and economic climate necessary to create an industry that brings new jobs and new revenues to Kentucky. The best part is that it doesn’t cost Kentucky a cent.
Pioneer states such as Louisiana and New Mexico are already reaping the benefits of such incentives. In fact, since creating its incentive program in 2002, Louisiana has raised revenue by millions annually, and reached $1billion in revenue from the industry in 2007.
New revenue. No cost to the state. In these tight economic times, it’s a no-brainer for Kentucky.
I am asking for your help to create this more welcoming economic environment for motion picture production in Kentucky. Your involvement could be as little as lending your name to our list of supporters, contacting your legislators, or taking a more active role by testifying at a legislative hearing or participating in a press conference. At whatever level, I am sure that your influence would be a great help. For questions about how you can help, or to RSVP, please contact Hadley Hartz at 502-413-0403 or info@LightsCameraKentucky.org.
The stage is set for Kentucky to take its place in the movie production spotlight. Please help us make it happen by supporting Lights…Camera…Kentucky!
Sincerely,
Merry-Kay Poe, Manager
Lights…Camera…Kentucky, Inc.
502.413.0403MKPoe@LightsCameraKentucky.org |
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