The City of Santa Cruz is seeking applicants for a position on its arts commission, to be appointed by District 5 City Councilmember Susie O’Hara

The seven-member commission advises the city council on arts policy, supports public art and cultural programs and helps shape a creative environment that reflects Santa Cruz’s identity.

The position, which has a three-year term, is ideal for artists, designers, art educators, planners and creative professionals. 

The arts commission meets six Wednesdays per year in the city council chambers at 809 Center St. from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Applications are due before Jan. 11. 

For more information, visit the City of Santa Cruz website.

Ashley Palma-Jimenez is a junior at UC Santa Cruz, where she is pursuing a bachelor's degree in literature. As a writer, she is passionate about telling stories that often go unrecognized, and her goal...