(1) conduct a statewide survey of resources and needs in the arts;

(2) determine the extent to which existing resources can fill the needs;

(3) design new or expanded programs in the arts on its own or with arts organizations;

(4) encourage and assist in the formation and activities of community arts councils;

(5) provide technical and consultative assistance to arts organizations throughout the State;

(6) provide logistical and financial assistance to encourage the touring of outstanding professional performances and exhibitions of art, from inside and outside the State, to communities throughout the State;

(7) make awards for excellence in the arts;

(8) make grants to arts organizations and individual artists;

(9) cooperate with educational institutions and organizations to establish a higher level of education in and appreciation of the arts by students throughout the State;

(10) explore the feasibility of regional arts programming in neighboring states and program exchange with other states, and implement the programs the Council considers advisable;

(11) make recommendations to the Board of Public Works concerning appropriate aesthetic decorations, embellishments, accessories, and ornamentation to State projects, buildings, and property; and

(12) conduct other programs consistent with this subtitle.

(b) The Council:

(1) shall publish an annual report; and

(2) may publish other material.