A. The BAC shall consist of up to seven qualified members to be appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by a majority of the city council. Members shall be selected so as to represent as many as possible of the following arts and professions: sculpture, architecture, landscape architecture, curation, and other art-related professions, as well as lay members who have experience in the artistic and cultural development of the city.

B. Every member shall be a resident of Whatcom County for at least one year previous to their appointment. Additionally, members of the BAC must currently live in, work in, or manage a business within the city limits of Bellingham. Residency in the city of Bellingham is not required.

C. The BAC shall adopt such administrative procedures as are necessary to accomplish the purposes set forth in this chapter. City officers and staff may consult and advise with the BAC on matters within the scope of this chapter, and the BAC may likewise consult and advise with such officers and staff. [Ord. 2018-03-006 § 4; Ord. 2009-04-015; Ord. 9510, 1985; Code 1980 at § 1.64.010].