Arts Council

Founded in 1983, Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is organized into nine divisions that include administrative, communication and information, community services, surplus property and law enforcement and traffic safety. The department provides governor with a mechanism to encourage comprehensive and coordinated planning and programming of economic and community affairs. It performs several subfunctions, such as planning and programming, dissemination and publicity, application and disbursement, monitoring and reporting, and processing and distribution. Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs also keeps on releasing information to the news media in order to keep the public informed and to promote various grant programs. In addition, the department publishes brochures, pamphlets, guides, directories, monthly newsletters and other informational packets to advertise available funding programs for business and industrial communities. It is located in Montgomery, Ala.

The Alabama Film Office is dedicated to enhancing the state's economy and job market by drawing in film and television productions. Leveraging Alabama's vast geographical diversity—from urban communities to serene rural landscapes—the office promotes the benefits of filming within the state, including competitive production costs and enticing tax incentives. With a robust pool of experienced crew members and support services, the Alabama Film Office assists filmmakers with essential resources such as location scouting, production registration, and access to a comprehensive film index. The office serves as a vital liaison for projects seeking to explore the rich filming opportunities that Alabama has to offer. Generated from the website

The Alabama 9-1-1 Board operates in partnership with Emergency Communication Districts (ECDs) throughout the state to ensure effective, efficient, and reliable 9-1-1 services for residents and visitors of Alabama. With all 67 counties having an ECD, the board supports local municipalities in facilitating the communication needs of their communities. Board meetings are generally open to the public, and notifications for such meetings are provided in accordance with the Alabama Open Meetings Act. Additionally, the board oversees the conditions under which recordings of 9-1-1 calls may be released, balancing public access with individual privacy rights. Generated from the website