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File #: 26-0257    Version: 1
Type: discussion Status: In Committee
File created: 3/31/2026 In control: Arts Commission
Agenda date: 4/9/2026 Final action:
Title: Welcome New Arts Commissioners
Attachments: 1. Advisory Body Guidebook, 2. Proposed 2026 Arts Commission Work Plan, 3. Proposed 2026 Municipal Art Plan

Title
Welcome New Arts Commissioners

Recommended Action
Information only. No action requested.

Report
Issue:
Welcome new Arts Commissioners and provide orientation to the work of the committee.

Staff Contact:
Stephanie Johnson, Arts Program Manager, Parks, Arts & Recreation, 360.709.2678

Presenter(s):
N/A

Background and Analysis:
To welcome and provide orientation for incoming Arts Commissioners Elizabeth Lord, Mara Orenstein, and Lauren Thompson, staff will provide an overview of the governance and function of the work of the committee. Members are invited to share their experiences on the Commission as well.

Climate Analysis:
Welcoming new members will not positively or negatively impact climate and the environment.

Equity Analysis:
Welcoming new members will not positively or negatively burden a group that has been historically deprioritized or forgotten.

Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
N/A

Options:
Participate in discussion.

Financial Impact:
N/A

Attachments:
Advisory Body Guidebook
Proposed 2026 Arts Commission Work Plan
Proposed 2026 Municipal Art Plan