1987), and the Department of Business and Eco-
nomic Development in 1995 (Chapter 120, Acts of
1995).
The State Arts Council supports the performing,
visual and creative arts, including dance, drama, music
drama, architecture, painting, sculpture, graphics,
crafts, photography, design, film, television and creative
writing (Code 1957, Art. 83A, sec. 4-608). The Coun-
cil makes grants to individual artists, arts organizations,
and county arts councils. Through the Council, some
210 arts organizations receive operating grants which
support performances and exhibitions and the work of
artists throughout the State. It also conducts programs
of its own: Fine Arts in Public Places Program, Artists
in Education Program, Arts Facility Assistance Pro-
gram, and State Folklife Program. Annually, the Coun-
cil receives a grant from the National Endowment for
the Arts for program support.
The Council has seventeen members. Thirteen are
appointed to three-year terms by the Governor in
consultation with the Secretary of Business and Eco-
nomic Development. Two (one a senator) are ap-
pointed by the Senate President, and two (one a
delegate) are appointed by the House Speaker (Code
1957, Art. 83A, secs. 4-601 through 4-609).

MOTION PICTURE & TELEVISION
DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Michael B. Styer, Director
(410) 767-6341

The Motion Picture and Television Develop-
ment Office, also known as the Maryland Film
Office, was created in 1980 (Chapter 5, Acts of
1980). The Office became part of the Department
of Economic and Employment Development in
1987 (Chapter 311, Acts of 1987). After being
placed under the Maryland State Arts Council in
1992, the Office was reformed as a separate entity
in 1994 and has been part of the Department of
Business and Economic Development since 1995.
For film and video production, the Office pro-
motes Maryland's diverse locations. For feature films,
television programs, and commercials, it works to
provide facilities throughout the State. The Office
helps with location scouting, securing permits, cast-
ing, film crew housing, catering, and equipment rent-
al. The Office also prepares and distributes materials
highlighting desirable film locations in the State.
In 1993, the Office assisted in bringing the
following films to Maryland: Major League II, di-
rected by David Ward; Silent Fall, directed by Bruce
Beresford; Serial Mom, directed by John Waters; and
Guarding Tess, directed by Hugh Wilson. In 1994,
Boys, directed by Stacy Cochran, was filmed in Mary-
land, and in 1995, came Home for the Holidays, directed
by Jodie Foster; Twelve Monkeys, directed by Terry
Gilliam; Die Hard with a Vengence, directed by John
McTiernan; and The Shadow Conspiracy, directed by

George Pan Cosmatos. Also, the television series
Homicide: Life on the Streets is in its fourth year of
filming on location in Baltimore.

OFFICE OF TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
George E. Williams, Director

217 East Redwood St.
Baltimore, MD 21202—3316 (410) 767-6299

Tourism has an economic impact on Maryland
by creating jobs, generating tax revenue, and in-
creasing business income. In 1995, tourist spend-
ing produced an estimated $5.7 billion, generating
over 86,000 jobs and $421 million in tax revenue.
To increase tourism, the Office of Tourism De-
velopment showcases Maryland's unique recrea-
tional, historical and cultural attractions. The
Office promotes Maryland as a travel destination
for domestic and international tourists. It publicizes
major events and advises travel agents, tour opera-
tors, writers, and the Maryland travel industry
about attractions, services, and facilities.
Free publications describing Maryland tourist
attractions, accommodations, historic sites, State
parks, camping facilities, and recreational opportu-
nities are updated annually. These publications in-
clude Destination Maryland (Travel and Outdoor
Guide), Maryland Calendar of Events, and an offi-
cial Maryland State highway map. The Office also
works with travel and outdoor writers to provide
tours of Maryland, research and information, and
promotional photographs.
In addition to answering mail and phone inquir-
ies, the Office runs a visitors' center and guide
service at the State House in Annapolis, and ten
highway information centers. The Office's match-
ing funds and cooperative marketing programs
strengthen and support county and regional travel
promotion councils as well.

MARYLAND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Leonard P. Berger, M.D., Chair, 1998

The Maryland Tourism Development Board was
formed in 1993 (Chapter 625, Acts of 1993). The
Board stimulates and promotes travel and tourism in
Maryland. Subject to the approval of the Secretary of
Business and Economic Development and the Mary-
land Economic Development Commission, the
Board formulates a five-year strategic plan, an annual
marketing plan, and an annual operating budget.
The Board works to protect, preserve, promote,
and restore the natural, historical, scenic and cul-
tural resources of Maryland; encourages the devel-
opment of new tourism resources, products,
businesses, and attractions in the State; and helps
tourists travel through Maryland by ensuring the
provision of signs, information aids, and other serv-
ices. The Board evaluates the impact of taxes, fees,