The City of Brentwood Arts Commission is an advisory commission to the City Council made up of five (5) Brentwood residents.  Commissioners are appointed to terms of three years. Terms of members are staggered so that no more than two terms expire in any one year. Arts Commissioners make recommendations to the City Council on arts matters.  Commissioners should be knowledgeable about and represent a cross section and distribution of membership among the major art and cultural fields, which may include one or more of the following disciplines: architectural arts, dance, art education, fiber arts, literature, music, painting, performing arts, photography, ceramics, sculpture, murals, visual, functional art, and crafts.  In addition: 

• This Commission meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
• There is no compensation provided for Commission Members.
• Applicants for this Commission must reside within the city limits.
• Two commission appointments are available due to current term expirations on 12/31/2024. Should Commission vacancies occur in 2025, the list of remaining applicants from this application period may be used.
• Applications must be received by Friday, January 3, 2025.
•  The review of applications and selection of new Members will be confirmed by the City Council following an interview process at a publicly noticed meeting.

Your application can be submitted via:

• regular mail to City Clerk, 150 City Park Way
• emailed to cityclerk@brentwoodca.gov
• faxed to (925) 516-5441
• online: www.brentwoodca.gov/vacancies

Printable Application

As required by State and local law, all members appointed to the Arts Commission are required to file a Statement of Economic Interests, Form 700.  Items that must be disclosed on the Statement of Economic Interests include:  interests in real property located within the city limits or within two miles of the city limits, or within two miles of any land owned or used by the City; and investments and business positions in all business entities and income, including loans, gifts, and travel payments from all sources.  The Form 700 is a public record subject to disclosure upon request. 

In accordance with the Public Records Act, applications and attachments submitted are considered public records and will be disclosed upon receipt of a public records request.  While the City will endeavor to protect personal contact information from disclosure, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.

The application period has concluded. 

If you would like to be informed when an opening becomes available, please submit an Interest Card.

The application period has concluded. 

If you would like to be informed when an opening becomes available, please submit an Interest Card.

The Park and Recreation Commission is a City commission made up of five (5) Brentwood citizens.  Commissioners will be appointed to terms of three years. Terms of members are staggered so that no more than two terms shall expire in any one year.  The Commission makes recommendations on park and recreation facility designs, use of City parks and recreation facilities, and provides feedback and recommendations in regard to program and facility rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.  In addition:  

• This Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
• Applicants for this Commission must reside within the city limits.
• Park and Recreation Commission Members receive compensation in the amount of $100 per month.
• Two Commission appointments are available due to current term expirations on 12/31/2024. Should additional Commission vacancies occur in 2025, the list of remaining applicants from this application period may be used.
• Applications must be received by Friday, January 3, 2025.
• The review of applications and selection of new Members will be confirmed by the City Council following an interview process at a publicly noticed meeting.

 Your application can be submitted via:

• regular mail to City Clerk, 150 City Park Way
• emailed to cityclerk@brentwoodca.gov
• faxed to (925) 516-5441
• online: www.brentwoodca.gov/vacancies

Printable Application

As required by State and local law, all members appointed to the Park and Recreation Commission are required to file a Statement of Economic Interests, Form 700.  Items that must be disclosed on the Statement of Economic Interests include:  interests in real property located within the city limits or within two miles of the city limits, or within two miles of any land owned or used by the City; and investments and business positions in all business entities and income, including loans, gifts, and travel payments from all sources.  The Form 700 is a public record subject to disclosure upon request. 

In accordance with the Public Records Act, applications and attachments submitted are considered public records and will be disclosed upon receipt of a public records request.  While the City will endeavor to protect personal contact information from disclosure, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.

Planning Commissioners are appointed by the Mayor, with the approval of the City Council, to serve two-year terms. Examples of typical Commission duties include: providing recommendations to the City Council on General Plan amendments, specific plan amendments, Zoning Ordinance amendments, and Development Agreements. Other duties include making decisions on design reviews, residential subdivisions, and conditional use permits.

• This Commission meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Commissioners may also be required to attend special meetings at different dates and times.
• Applicants for the Planning Commission must reside within the city limits.
• Planning Commission Members receive compensation in the amount of $300 per month.
• Three Commission appointments are available due to current term expirations on 12/31/2024. Should additional Commission vacancies occur in 2025, the list of remaining applicants from this application period may be used.
• Applications must be received by Friday, January 3, 2025.
• The review of applications, interviews and selection of new Members will be considered by the City Council at a publicly noticed City Council meeting on January 14, 2025*. Applicants are expected to attend this council meeting and should be ready to answer a number of questions from the City Council.

 Your application can be submitted via:

• regular mail to City Clerk, 150 City Park Way
• emailed to cityclerk@brentwoodca.gov
• faxed to (925) 516-5441
• online: www.brentwoodca.gov/vacancies

Printable Application

As required by State and local law, all members appointed to the Planning Commission are required to file a Statement of Economic Interests, Form 700 through the California Fair Political Practices Commission.  Items that must be disclosed on the Statement of Economic Interests include:  interests in real property located within the city limits or within two miles of the city limits, or within two miles of any land owned or used by the City; and investments and business positions in all business entities and income, including loans, gifts, and travel payments from all sources.  The Form 700 is a public record subject to disclosure upon request.  Information on disclosure requirements may be obtained from the Fair Political Practices Commission

In accordance with the Public Records Act, applications and attachments submitted are considered public records and will be disclosed upon receipt of a public records request.  While the City will endeavor to protect personal contact information from disclosure, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.

*Interviews and appointment date is subject to change dependent on City Council availability. 

Background

The City of Brentwood Youth Commission is an advisory body to the City Council, dedicated to promoting the youth voice in local government. Founded in 1999, the Youth Commission consists of ten students of diverse backgrounds who care about the Brentwood community and have a drive to make our community the best possible place for youth. Three adult advisors and City staff support the Youth Commissioners. The Youth Commission has organized youth-oriented events such as dances/socials, fundraisers, youth forums, and city events. The Youth Commission offers scholarships to local high school seniors by raising money at various fundraisers.

Benefits of Being a Youth Commissioner

Members of the Brentwood Youth Commission will experience a unique opportunity to work with city leaders and staff, as well as students from all Brentwood middle and high schools, to implement policies and programs that positively impact the youth of our community. Commissioners will also gain valuable leadership skills in the city spectrum as well as develop friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime.

Current Openings

There are no current openings at this time.