Wanted: 2 New Members For Lakewood Arts Commission

The City of Lakewood is looking for a pair of art lovers.

Specifically, the city is accepting applications to fill two vacancies on the Lakewood Arts Commission, which assesses needs, establishes priorities and makes recommendations for enrichment of the community and promotion of its cultural vitality through the arts.

One position is through Oct. 15 of this year; the other is through Oct. 15, 2013. Applicants must be Lakewood residents, and there is no compensation. Individuals working in the education community are desired.

Among the Commission’s duties:

• Promote the visual, performing and literary arts;
• Encourage the creative contribution of local artists;
• Make recommendations for Public Art to the City Council;
• Support community-building events; and
• Foster the City’s cultural heritage.

Applications are available at City Hall, 6000 Main Street S.W. The positions will be open until filled. For more information, call 253-589-2489.