Keynote Address by Lieutenant Governor Bruce Johnson Presentation of 2005 Governor’s Awards for the Arts in Ohio by Bill Harris, President, Ohio Senate, 19th District, Ashland Jon Husted, Speaker of the House, 37th District, Kettering April 6, 2005, Capitol Theatre, Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts A MESSAGE FROM THE GOVERNOR OF OHIO Bob Taft

I am pleased to extend a warm welcome to everyone in attendance for the Governor's Awards for the Arts in Ohio.The Arts in Ohio are what help make this a great state and help to create diversity. I am proud to be a part of such a wonderful program. I would also like to extend my sincere congratulations to the recipients of this year's Governor's Awards for the Arts in Ohio. I commend them for their efforts in helping foster the rich cultural and artistic environment that exists in our great state. I am proud to help honor the remarkable achievements of these individuals and organizations for it is they who help strengthen our communities, enrich education and make Ohio a beautiful state. Their extraordinary talents and generous contributions allow the arts to play an integral role in the lives of every Ohioan.

On behalf of all Ohioans, best wishes for future success!

Bob Taft