The purpose of the Merri-bek Arts Advisory Committee is to:

• Develop and advise Council on policy and annual priorities relating to the arts
• Act as a body for marketing; fostering understanding and appreciation of the positive role that the arts have in supporting the development of cultural opportunities
• Encourage community involvement and networks and promote participation in the arts
• Provide a structure through which the views and interests of the Merri-bek community can be articulated for the attention of Council and its staff
• Contribute to any future review of Council's involvement in facilitating the arts in Merri-bek that may occur

Scope

The Merri-bek Arts Advisory Committee has an overarching role to advance arts and culture in Merri-bek. It is the principal consultative body advising Council in furthering the cultural vitality of the city.

Members

• Alister Karl
• Barry Solomon
• David Ryding
• Dr Geoffrey Vernon Hogg
• Karen Ferguson
• Maya Hodge
• Nur Shkembi

Meetings

This committee meets every three months from 6 - 7.30 pm or as required.

Terms of reference

Terms of Reference for the Merri-bek Arts Advisory Committee (PDF 400KB)