A. The Arts Commission shall be an advisory body responsible for providing guidance and direction in meeting the arts and cultural needs of the City as defined in IMC 2.63.010.

B. The Commission shall advise the Mayor and City Council on matters pertaining to cultural and artistic endeavors, projects, acquisition of funds, and expenditures in which the City becomes involved and will act as a representative of the community in such matters.

C. The Commission shall, on behalf of the City, encourage, sponsor, cosponsor, or conduct public programs to further the development and public awareness of the arts.

D. The Commission shall encourage donations, grants and other support to further expand the arts and cultural services and programs available to the citizens of Issaquah and members of the Issaquah community.

E. The Commission shall take such other actions as the Mayor may direct from time to time. (Ord. 1772 § 1, 1987).