The Kentucky Arts Council is undergoing a reorganization by Gov. Matt Bevin, according to a press release issued on Friday.

Only four of the existing members of the council will stay, while a dozen members have been fired. The executive director, Lori Meadows, has also resigned from her position in the council.

Details of the reorganization, as stated in the press release, include a reduction of council members from 16 to 15, and at least one member will represent education, economic and workforce development.

“The new arts council will focus on ensuring that Kentucky artisans have the skills and knowledge to develop and successfully sell their products,” Tourism Secretary Don Parkinson said.  

As stated in the release, the governor’s office feels that the new council “will promote and achieve greater economy, efficiency and improved administration.”

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