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Council studies options for an arts commission, asks staff to draft code and funding pathways
Summary
Councilors reviewed staff analysis Sept. 15 on two models for creating an arts body and asked staff to draft code language, membership guidance and funding mechanisms for a future study session.
The City Council reviewed staff findings Sept. 15 on options to establish an arts body for University Place and asked staff to return with draft code language and funding mechanisms for council consideration. Staff presented two primary models — a traditional council‑appointed arts commission and an independent advisory nonprofit — and discussed membership, roles and potential authorities.
Jack Eklund, Public Works director, and Matt Kayser, city attorney, briefed council on the tradeoffs. A traditional commission would mirror existing advisory commissions: council appointments, staff support, and…
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