Elmhurst seeks volunteers for Public Arts Commission

Elmhurst is seeking volunteers for its recently established Public Arts Commission.

The commission is charged with implementing a citywide plan for the promotion and thoughtful placement of public art that includes, but is not limited to, sculptures, murals and paintings. It will work to use public art to improve the business climate and aesthetic appeal of the city.

The group will consist of nine members, including a designated chairman and vice chairman. Its tasks will include:

• Creating an inventory of existing public art throughout the city;

• Working with Explore Elmhurst and other partners to create promotional materials for existing public art;

• Identifying high-priority locations for new, permanent installations of public art;

• Providing a framework to support and move forward specific projects, both permanent and temporary, such as an installation at one of the high-priority locations or in conjunction with a museum exhibit;

• In the case of a new, permanent exhibit, drafting the request for proposals, evaluating submissions, and recommending a selection;

• Establishing partnerships to identify resources to defray the city's costs related to new installations and facilitating donations; and

• Creating partnerships to promote and increase public art in Elmhurst.

Mayor Steve Morley will appoint all members of the commission. The city is accepting applications from anyone interested in volunteering.

To apply, visit the city's website to download the application at elmhurst.org/DocumentCenter/View/436/Appointed-Official-Application.

Applications can be emailed to CityAdmin@elmhurst.org or mailed to the City Clerk's Office, 209 N. York St.