City of Renton, WA
12/10/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/10/2024 18:12
Ciyt of Renton seeks to fill vacancies on the Renton Municipal Arts Commission
Media Contacts
Laura Pettitt | Communications Director, City of Renton
Jessie Kotarski | Economic Development Manager, City of Renton
City of Renton seeks to fill vacancies on the Renton Municipal Arts Commission
Applications are due by January 25, 2025, for the two open vacancies on the Renton Municipal Arts Commission
RENTON, WA (December 10, 2024) - The City of Renton seeks applicants to fill two vacancies on the Renton Municipal Arts Commission (RMAC). The commission is vital in advising the mayor and city council on artistic and cultural initiatives, including overseeing city-funded art displays, promoting arts education, and expanding community engagement with arts and culture.
The Arts Commission currently has two adult vacancies available. New members will serve a three-year term and be expected to attend monthly meetings held on the first Tuesday at 6 p.m.
Here is how to apply:
Interested applicants can submit an online application or print and mail the completed application to:
Mayor's Office
Renton City Hall, 7th Floor
1055 S. Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
Applications are due by January 25, 2025. Interviews and selections will be announced in February 2025. For further inquiries, contact the Community and Economic Development Department at 425-430-7271.
The Renton Municipal Arts Commission is an excellent opportunity to be part of Renton's vibrant arts community and make a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of the city. Apply today to help guide the future of arts in Renton!
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About City of Renton
The City of Renton, Washington, with a population of 108,800 (2024), is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington, just south of Seattle. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace, and favorable business climate have attracted nationally recognized companies wishing to provide employees and their families with an outstanding quality of life. Renton is the home of Boeing, PACCAR, IKEA, Super Bowl Champion (2014) Seattle Seahawks, two-time (2016 & 2019) MLS champion and CONCACAF Champion (2022) Seattle Sounders FC (in 2024), and the eternal resting place of rock icon Jimi Hendrix. You can find more information on our website, news releases, Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor pages.
About Renton Municipal Arts Commission
The Renton Municipal Arts Commission (RMAC) works to raise awareness of arts in the city. It acts in an advisory capacity to the mayor and city council concerning artistic and cultural development. RMAC is responsible for reviewing the design, execution, and acceptance of works of art funded or otherwise acquired by the city.