Public Art Advisory Board

Powers and Duties
The Public Art Advisory Board provides advice and recommendations to Town Council and staff on all matters relating to the administration, acquisition, and inclusion of public artworks in Cary. The board reviews and makes recommendations regarding potential projects and assists staff in drafting a public art ordinance. This board advises Council and staff regarding implementation of the Public Art Master Plan (Executive Summary). Members are required to attend monthly meetings and may serve on specific project subcommittees.

Membership
The Public Art Advisory Board consists of nine members appointed by Town Council with representation from local visual arts organizations, working artists, architects, private development community and the general public. All appointments to the commission are for three-year terms, except where unexpired terms are being filled.  

Meetings
The board Meets as follows at  6:15 p.m. in Conference Room 11130, 316 N. Academy St., Cary.  Meetings are approximately two hours in length and may require additional study time to review materials prior to the meeting. In addition, members are expected to participate in related activities outside of regularly scheduled board meetings, such as artist selection panels, community outreach and education, and may be expected to attend related committee meetings.

All meetings of the Board shall be open to the public and will adhere to the Open Meetings Law and Public Records Law.  

Please see the Town of Cary Calendar to confirm meeting dates, times, and locations.

Questions regarding the Public Art Advisory Board  should be directed to the Denise Dickens of the Town of Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department by emailing denise.dickens@townofcary.org or by calling (919) 465-4791 

How do I Apply?
Applications are accepted each year from May 1 through June 30 for upcoming vacancies.  Applicants applying for this board are required to complete a supplemental application. Current Town of Cary employees are not eligible to volunteer. Questions about the application process should be directed to the Town Clerk's Office by e-mailing karen.gray@townofcary.org or by calling (919) 319-4508

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