Arts Commission

Established 1982

Mission Statement

I.

The Arts Commission of the City of Santa Monica exists to ensure a regular and ongoing assessment of arts programs in

the City, develop arts programs of innovative form, recognize and encourage the arts as a service of local government and

enrich the lives of all citizens by exposure to art in its various forms.

Responsibilities, Jurisdiction, Authority

II.

1. Initiate and advocate arts programs in the City.

2. Provide advice to the City Council on matters relating to the arts.

3. Work cooperatively with City Boards and Commissions, the local school district and S.M. College in

promoting art in the City.

4. Solicit private funds and grants for art activities in the City.

5. Encourage public and private partnerships to assure the survival of arts and artists in the City.

6. Develop and make recommendations to the City Council on arts acquisition programs.

7. Review and make recommendations to the City Council for all proposals for art works for public

buildings and public spaces.

8. Encourage the flow of art into the City, and stimulate art activities among residents of the City.

9. Implement such art programs as may be delegated to it from time-to-time by the City Council

including the selection of artists for art programs and projects and the award of contracts for art

projects and programs.

10. Make decisions without regard to the residency of the artist.

Composition

III.

The Arts Commission shall consist of 13 members. The Commissioners serve four-year terms.

Commissioners shall reside or work in the City and shall be actively involved in the arts. (SMMC

2.64.020) Pursuant to section 2.32.280 of the SMMC - no Santa Monica City employee may serve as a

member of any Board or Commission.