The mission of this Commission is to advise the Board of Supervisors in matters and issues relevant to Arts and Culture; to advance the arts in a way that promotes communication, education, appreciation and collaboration throughout Contra Costa County; to preserve, celebrate, and share the arts and culture of the many diverse ethnic groups who live in Contra Costa County; to create partnerships with business and government and to increase communications and understanding between all citizens through art.
Most importantly, the Commission will promote arts and culture as a vital element in the quality of life for all of the citizens of Contra Costa County.
Commission Established:
Per Board order S.1, December 13, 1994
Legal Authority:
Per Board order S.1, 12/13/94.
Reports To:
Board of Supervisors
Membership:
Nine members and one alternate, one member per each Supervisory District and four at-large members. (Per Board Order 4-10-2018)
Office Term:
Four years ending June 30
Meeting Time:
The Commission does NOT meet in August and December. In order to accommodate public input meeting are held in the evening from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Location:
Meetings are held throughout the County in ADA compliant meeting spaces. Check Agendas on the home page for locations.
Compensation:
None