The City of Renton is seeking candidates for one position on the Renton Municipal Arts Commission.

Mayor Denis Law will appoint the new member, followed by confirmation by the City Council. The term is for three years and candidates must live within Renton.

The commission has 12 members and is responsible for promoting and enhancing arts and culture in the Renton community.  The commission meets at Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, on the first Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m.

The current Municipal Arts Commission membership includes representatives from many diverse fields, with special interests in architecture, art, music, literature, education and other cultural disciplines.

To assist in the implementation of the newly adopted Arts & Culture Master Plan, candidates with experience in the grant writing, fundraising and marketing fields are encouraged to apply.

To apply for commission membership, complete an application and supplemental questions, available at ArtsCommission.rentonwa.gov and on the Boards and Commissions webpage at rentonwa.gov or by calling 425-430-6589. Applications are also available at Renton City Hall, seventh floor Mayor’s Office.  Application review will begin on October 1, 2012, but applications are accepted on an on-going basis.

For more information about the Renton Municipal Arts Commission, visit ArtsCommission.rentonwa.gov.