Arts Commission
Meetings
- 6 p.m.
- Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month
- Administrative Liaison - Community Relations Director Melanie Davis
- 40555 Utica Road
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
Members
- Ronald Bindle
Term expires: June 30, 2023 - Janet Burns
Term expires: June 30, 2025 - Barbara Chudzik Term expires: June 30, 2024
- Elizabeth Vincent Term expires: June 30, 2025
- Zachary Overman
Term expires: June 30, 2025
Term expires: June 30, 2026
- Sheri Marwede
Term expires: June 30, 2024 - Patrick Michalski
Term expires: June 30, 2025 - Krystina O'Toole
Term expires: June 30, 2023 - Wendy Popko Term expires: June 30, 2026
- Jeanne Schabath-Lewis
Term expires: June 30, 2026 - Lisa Stout Term expires: June 30, 2025
Overview
The Arts Commission considers, studies and recommends citywide cultural programs. Culture reflects the act of developing social, moral, and intellectual faculties through education. Programs and projects sponsored by the Arts Commission are developed in accordance with the goals and objectives set by the City Council and administration. Some examples of the programming includes:- Sterlingfest: The event which includes music, entertainment, arts and crafts, food and fun is held in late July and brings thousands of area residents together.
- Memorial Day Parade: An event designed to honor those who gave their lives for our American freedom. Awards are given for the Best Float and Band.
- SterlingScapes: This program brings together the works of several renowned sculptors and showcases them on the civic center grounds while enhancing the City's appreciation of public sculpture.
- Featured Artist Program: Local artists are chosen to professionally display their art in a public forum.
Did You Know...
The Arts Commission promotes local painters and sculptors through its Featured Artist Program and that selected artists' works are featured inside the Community Center, on the second level.