The Salt Lake Art Design Board oversees the City’s public art program within the Salt Lake City Arts Council. As established by ordinance, the board designates certain funds for eligible construction projects to commission artwork. The Board also reviews and determines public art policy and is active in the artist selection process.
Contact Information
Public Art Program Manager Renato Olmedo-González
renato.olmedo-gonzalez@slc.gov
Ordinance and Governing Documents
Vacancies
If you are interested in serving on this committee, please fill out and submit an application online at any time. Only applications submitted up to one year prior to a vacancy date will be considered. The Mayor’s office will only contact applicants when considering them for specific appointments.
Meeting Information
First Wednesday of the month, 5:00PM – 7:00PM
Virtually: via Zoom (optional)
Physically: Art Barn, 54 Finch Lane, Salt Lake City, 84102
Member Qualifications
Mayor Erin Mendenhall appoints seven individuals, serving three-year terms, to the Salt Lake Art Design Board. One member must be an architect. The Director of the Salt Lake City Arts Council serves as an Ex-Officio member of the Board.
Residency Requirement: All members should be residents of Salt Lake City.
Powers and Duties
- Assist Arts Council in developing City-wide plan on encourage and strengthen art and culture
- Assess future arts construction projects
- Place Art around construction projects
- Foster cultural development of local artists and craftsmen
Current Members
| Member | Council District | Profession | Serving Since | Term Expires |
| VACANT | ||||
| Jen Lopez | 2 | Non-profit administrator | 2022 | Aug 2025 |
| Tiffini Porter | 3 | Self-employed | 2021 | May 2027 |
| Nate King | 7 | Architect | 2024 | Dec 2027 |
| Michael Mejia | 4 | Writer | 2021 | Jan 2028 |
| Colour Maisch* | 5 | Artist | 2021 | Sept 2027 |
| VACANT |
* Chairperson | ** Vice Chairperson (VACANT)