Stacked Lumber with Cat, Dog (1984-1985), Walter Hook Series, 140 West Pine
City of missoula public art committee What does the Public Art Committee do?
The Public Art Committee is responsible for reviewing, advocating, and developing public art projects in the public spaces for the City of Missoula. It has developed a process to create, develop, and maintain public art as well as further public accessibility to the arts. The Public Art Committee (PAC) is responsible for developing a collection of public art that is of the highest quality, that encompasses a broad aesthetic range reflecting the city and its citizens, that improves the quality of life in the area, that is accessible to all individuals, and that is a source of pride to all residents. The Public Art Committee works to develop public art projects and the associated collections that become an integral part of the fabric of the City of Missoula. These projects reflect a broad range of input and involvement by artists, art professionals, organizations, businesses, and residents.
Who is on the committee?
The Public Art Committee consists of nine members serving four-year terms. Six members are appointed by the Mayor, two members are appointed by the City Council, and one member is a Missoula City Council representative. Members have expertise in the visual arts, arts administration, historical preservation, architecture, or have an affiliation with a local business association or public entity. Current members are: Kathi Olson (Chair), Joseph Kellogg, Dennis Lippert, Stoney Samsoe, Lisa Simon, Greg Twigg, Danielle Vazquez, James Walter and Heidi West (City Council Representative).
I’m interested in Public Art. Should I attend a PAC meeting?
YES! As a member of the community, you are welcome to come to monthly meetings held on the third Tuesday of the month at 4:00 PM in the City Council Building, 140 W. Pine. For more information contact the Public Art Coordinator at (406) 541-0860 or visit our website: www.MissoulaPublicArt.org For current information including PAC Agendas and Minutes, please go to: MissoulaPublicArt.org or www.ci.missoula. mt.us/438/Public-Art-Comittee
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