Arts Commission Bylaws (January 17, 2018)

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Tukwila Arts Commission Bylaws Article I Purpose As stated in Tukwila Municipal Code ("TMC") 2.30.10, the Arts Commission ("Commission") is hereby established to serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and City Council or other commission or board of the City on matters including, but not limited to, those set forth hereinafter. The activities of the Commission shall include the following: 1. To represent the City's interest in arts matters; 2. To be a clearinghouse for information and assistance for anyone, including arts organizations, artists, interested in cultural advancement of the community; 3. To advocate for support and enhancement of the arts within the city through cooperation with schools, regional and national arts organizations; 4. To explore ways and methods of obtaining private, local, State and federal funds to promote arts projects for the community; 5. To review and make recommendations on all works of art acquired by the City; 6. To create and implement a yearly arts work plan and budget. Article II Membership Per TMC 2.30.020, the Commission shall be composed of not less than five and not more than seven members. At least three members of said Commission shall be involved in the instruction of or otherwise professionally engaged in the visual and/or performing arts whenever possible. A. Length of Appointment The term of membership for the members of the Tukwila Arts Commission shall be four years. B. Resignation If a Commission member is unable to complete their term of service a letter of resignation should be sent to the Mayor indicating the effective date of the resignation. C. Removal A Commission member may be removed from the position if absent without being excused for three consecutive meetings or six regular meetings in a calendar year. D. Compensation Members will receive no monetary compensation for serving on the Commission. 1