Arts Commission

The seven-member Arts Commission was established in 1977 to advise City Council on policies which enhance the aesthetic and cultural quality of life in the City of Santa Cruz. Appointed by the City Council, commissioners are volunteers who share a strong commitment to the arts. The Arts Commission provides policy guidance to the City Arts program.

To learn more about the Arts Commission, City Arts programs and to take a virtual tour of the City's public art, go to www.SantaCruzCityArts.com

The Arts Commission meets 7-8 times a year on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA. Summer and winter recesses occur and may vary year to year.

Membership

The Commission consists of seven members who are appointed by the City Council. Current members:

  • Chanel Enriquez
  • Elizabeth "Liz" Birnbaum
  • Nikki Patterson
  • Rebeca Escobedo Guzman
  • Weston Mossman
  • Valeria Miranda

Additional Information

Meeting & Agenda Information

Agendas are posted on the City Calendar. To view upcoming meeting information, visit the City of Santa Cruz Agenda Online and select Arts Commission Meetings.

Cancelled Meetings

  • June 14, 2023
  • May 10, 2023
  • August 10, 2022

Contact Information

Kathryn Mintz
Development Manager
337 Locust Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831-420-5146
kmintz@santacruzca.gov

Accessibility of all online Advisory Body agenda packets, minutes and audio files is now available from any Advisory Body web page to enable easier public access to posted meeting information.

Should you have questions please contact City Clerk Administrator at (831) 420-5035.