Volunteer Opportunity Redmond Arts and Culture Commissioner

The City of Redmond is actively seeking applicants for an available seat on its Arts and Culture Commission, a body dedicated to enhancing community life through the arts. Applicants must either live or work within the 98052 or 98053 zip codes to qualify. The commission advises the City Council on various arts initiatives, including the Poet Laureate program and cultural arts grants, which aim to celebrate diversity and foster community engagement. Monthly meetings are mandatory and take place at City Hall, with an option for virtual attendance via Microsoft Teams. In addition to regular meetings, commissioners participate in special committees and community events, further cultivating local involvement.

The city emphasizes the importance of a diverse commission that reflects the community's perspectives, inviting those passionate about arts and culture to apply. Interested candidates are recommended to submit their applications by 5 p. m. on February 23, 2024, although the position will remain open until filled. For further inquiries, potential applicants can contact Cultural Arts Administrator Chris Weber via email.