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STAFF SPONSOR: MAYOR EKBERG
ORIGINAL AGENDA DATE: 03/18/19
AGENDA ITEM TITLE Appointment
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SPONSOR'S Appointment of Pinky Estell to the Arts Commission
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E Trans &Infrastructure fl Arts Comm. E Parks Comm. E Planning Comm.
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03/18/19
Informational Memorandum dated 03/04/19
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City of Tukwila
Allan Ekberg, Mayor
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: City Council
FROM: Mayor Ekberg
DATE: March 4, 2019
SUBJECT: Arts Commission Appointment
ISSUE
Position #3 on the Arts Commission is currently vacant. I am recommending the appointment of
Pinky Estell to this position. A copy of the Pinky's application is attached. The term for this
position expires December 31, 2020.
RECOMMENDATION
I am recommending the appointment of Pinky Estell to Position #3 of the Arts Commission be
confirmed by Council at the March 18, 2019 Council Meeting.
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City of Tukwila
Tukwila City Hall
6200 Southcenter Blvd
Tukwila, WA 98188
Phone: (206) 433-1800 Fax: (206) 433-1833
Application for Appointment
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
RECEIVED
Email: BoardsComms@,tukwilawa.gov
Website: www.tukwilawa.qov
Please complete the ENTIRE application form. Applicants may attach a cover letter and/or a resume
totaling no more than three pages. 2/03/2019
DATE:
NAME: Estell
ADDRESS:
Last
Street
MAILING ADDRESS (if different):
HOME PHONE:
Pinky
J
First M.I.
Tukwila
98188
EMPLOYER: Cornish College of the Arts
City
CELL/MOBILE PHONE:
Zip
E-MAIL:
Please check all that apply to you within the City of Tukwila limits:
El Resident 0 Business Owner/Representative
0 School District Representative 0 High School Student
I wish to be considered for appointment to the following board or commission (check all that apply):
COMMISSIONS:
El Arts
❑ Civil Service
❑ Equity & Social Justice
❑ Park
❑ Planning
BOARDS & COMMITTEES:
❑ Community Police
❑ Human Services
❑ Library
❑ Lodging Tax
❑ Other/Special Committee:
HAVE YOU PREVIOUSLY SERVED ON ONE OF THESE BOARDS OR COMMISSIONS? 0 Yes p No
If "yes", please list:
AVAILABLE TO ATTEND MEETINGS: ❑ Daytime 0 Evenings
Please contact me regarding other City of Tukwila volunteer opportunities (check box): El
FOR CITY USE ONLY:
INTERVIEW DATE: APPOINTED: ❑ Yes ❑ No TERM EXPIRES:
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Pinky Estell BOARDS/COMMISSIONS APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT
Professional/Community Activities (organizations, clubs, service groups, etc):
I have spent my life being actively involved in my community through volunteering and
pursuing a career that supports growth of the arts, heritage, and culture. Below is an
outline of some of the highlighted activities during my life.
Present professional or community activities:
United State Institute of Theater Technology:
NW Regional Chapter: Programming Chair March 2015-Present
National Board Mentorship Committee Sep. 2014-Present
National Membership Committee Aug. 2013-Present
Membership Committee Regional Section Liaison Nov. 2018-Present
Hobbies/Interests:
The key to living a healthy life is a dedication to work/life balance. This is always a challenge for those
who successfully pursue their dream careers, but nevertheless it is vital to require oneself to have this
balance. For me, I found serenity in gardening in my backyard vegetable patch and the plants inside my
house. It's a wonderful experience to engage in a gradual process that forces you to slow down and see
the world for the bliss that each season brings.
Besides gardening, I have found that we are lucky to live in region that has so many wonderful parks to
camp at and explore. As such, I make it a point to set aside time to go hiking, camping, fishing, and
canoeing from early spring to late fall.
Qualifications as related to this position:
I graduated from Cornish College of the Arts with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Performance Production
and UNCSA Masters of Fine Arts in Technical Direction. I have worked as Technical Director for ACT
San Francisco Conservatory/2nd stage, San Francisco Opera's Merola Opera program, National Black
Theater Festival, Intiman Theatre, and the Cornish Playhouse. Presently, I am the Director of the
Cornish Playhouse and serve as Vice President of the UpTown Arts and Culture Coalition in Seattle. In
addition, I have remained very active in the event side of the industry working as a freelance project
manager, and stage manager.
I have continued my professional development through my studies in the aerial fabric and rope
performing arts, and installation sculptures. Additionally, I have recently taken up a strong interest in
historical restoration of arts and cultural facilities. This has brought me to work with my home town of
Waverly and the Sons and Daughters of Norway in Seattle to raise funds to restore two century -old
Other comments/additional information for consideration:
I'm excited for the possible opportunity to serve my local community here in Tukwila, through the sharing
of my life's work and study. I believe that the key to a successful city requires a sense of obligation and
pride for every citizen to contribute to their community. I thank you for your time considering my
application to serve on behalf of my fellow citizens of Tukwila as an Arts Commissioner.
Applicant's Signature
02/03/2019
Date
Note: Upon submission, all information on this form becomes public record. For further clarification regarding this application or
more information regarding the boards or commissions, please call (206) 433-1800.
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