Submit Date: Jan 02, 2026Culver City Commissions, Boards, and Committees Application Form
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Thank you for your interest in volunteering your time and expertise to the Culver Citycommunity. The information contained on this application is for use by the City inreviewing candidates to fill vacancies on City Commissions, Committees, and Boards.During consideration of applicants, the City may consider the information contained inthis application, any required supplemental questionnaire, and any other publiclyavailable information. An appointment to any Commission, Board or Committee is atthe discretion of the appointing authority.
Ethics and Avoidance of Conflicts of Interest
As a reflection of the residents of the community, Culver City prides itself on the highethical standards adhered to by its municipal government. As a prospective applicant,we want you to be informed about potential limitations that state and local law imposeon individuals who serve the community, especially where they may have a financialconflict of interest. Please consider this information before submitting an applicationand accepting an appointment. Further information and training regarding theselimitations, as well as other legal and procedural requirements when serving on thesebodies (i.e. Brown Act, ethics laws, etc.), will be provided in the event you areappointed to one of the City’s commissions, committees, or boards.
State law has established regulations intended to ensure that a public official does notuse his or her position for personal, financial benefit. • The California Political Reform Act prohibits a public official (including any of theCity’s commission, committee, or board members) from participating in any decision ordeliberation that might affect the official’s own financial interests. In such a situation,the official must publicly disclose the potential conflict of interest, recuse himself orherself from the item being discussed, and leave the meeting room while the matter isconsidered. • Government Code Section 1090 imposes an even stricter prohibition. It prohibits alocal body from “making” a contract with one of its own members (even if the memberhas recused him or herself), which includes all aspects of contract formation, includingsuch actions as influencing the contract’s scope or the selection of a contractor.
A community member volunteering to sit on a City commission, committee, or boardshould be aware of these restrictions and take them into consideration before applyingfor or accepting appointment to any of these bodies.
If you have questions about this information and how it may apply to your particularsituation, please contact the City Attorney’s Office at (310) 253-5660.
Important Information
As you complete your application, please be aware of the following:
You may apply to any body at any time. However, only those positions that are eithervacant or have terms ending soon may be considered for appointment during a certaintimeframe.
You may attach a resume or other supplemental information. However, at a minimum,please ensure you submit this Application form by the applicable deadline.
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If appointed to a body, please be aware that:
• Important: Unless a specific exception is made by the City Council, generallyindividuals are eligible to be appointed to serve on only one body at a time. • All appointees will be required to attend an Ethics and Brown Act training class, whichwill be offered through the City Attorney’s and City Clerk’s Offices, as well as aDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion training, and other trainings as needed. • State law and the City’s Conflict of Interest Code may require you to file annualfinancial disclosure forms. • Meeting dates and times of the various bodies are subject to change at the CityCouncil’s discretion, staff requirements and the availability of the meeting facilities. • Please note that you may be subject to a background check. A conviction does notpreclude you from being considered for a commission, board or committeeappointment.
Please be advised this document is a public record and information contained hereinmay be subject to public disclosure as required by the California Public Records Act andany other applicable law.
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Cultural Affairs Commission: Submitted
If you are applying for more than one body, please list those bodies in theorder of preference for which you would like to be considered below.
Are you a Culver City resident?
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If you are a resident of Culver City, please list how many years:
Since 2001
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If you are a minor, please provide your parentalconsent letter below.
Are you a Culver City business owner/operator?
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If you are a Culver City business owner/operator, please list how many years.
Minors, age sixteen (16) or older, are eligible to apply with parental or legalguardian consent. Are you a minor? Yes No
Qualifications and Experience
Have you ever worked for the City of Culver City?
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If you have worked for the City of Culver City, please list dates ofemployment and names of departments.
If you are related to any current City employees or appointed officials of theCity of Culver City, please indicate name(s) and relationship(s).
Have there been, or are there now, any circumstances and/or relationshipswhich might reflect adversely on the propriety of your serving as a memberof any body to which you might be appointed? Yes No
If yes, please explain:
Community Service (List commissions, boards, committees and otherorganizations on which you have served or currently serve, are a member orhave been a member and offices held and in what city those positions wereor are held). Please feel free to include participation in community events.Please highlight Culver City community involvement:
I am currently on the Culver City Arts Foundation Advisory Board. Other board positionsinclude President of the La Ballona PTA and La Ballona Booster Club (Culver City, CA). RoadTheatre Company Artistic and Corporate Board Member (North Hollywood, CA). I volunteerfor the Culver City Summer Music Festival, Culver City Tree Lighting and Culver City ArtWalk. I also volunteer to read grants for the Los Angeles Region Strong Workforce program.
Culver City Unified SchoolDistrict Arts Coordinator
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Application Questions
For the body(ies) to which you seek appointment(s), what have youdetermined to be the primary role of the body? The primary role of the commission is to serve as an advisory body to the City Council onarts-related matters in Culver City. This includes fine arts, performing arts, arts education,and historic preservation.
Why do you seek appointment on the body(ies)? Please be specific to thebody(ies)'s role.
I have had the privilege of working in arts education in Culver City since 2010, and I witnessthe transformative impact of the arts on our students every day. Culver City is already avibrant, art-filled community, and the strength of our local arts ecosystem is deeply rooted inmeaningful partnerships between the city, our schools, and the broader community. I wantto bring my experience in arts education to the Cultural Affairs Commission to help sustainand grow this legacy. By serving as a bridge for the next generation of residents, I hope toensure that young people are prepared to participate in and contribute to Culver City’screative economy. I am committed to strengthening the City–School Partnership andstewarding policies that ensure today’s students inherit the same dynamic, art-rich city wevalue now.
What is there specifically in your background, training, education or intereststhat qualifies you for appointment? What special qualities and/orqualifications can you bring to the body(ies) to which you seekappointment(s)? I bring over a decade of experience in arts education in Culver City, working directly withstudents, educators, artists, and community partners. Since 2010, my work has focused onintegrating the arts into public education, advocating for equitable access to arts learning,and building sustainable partnerships between schools and the broader creative community.This experience has given me a deep understanding of how city policy, funding, andcommunity support directly affect arts programming and student outcomes. I offer thecommission a practitioner’s perspective—someone who understands both the day-to-dayrealities of arts education and the long-term value of arts investment. I am skilled atcollaboration, long-range planning, and translating the needs of young people and educatorsinto actionable policy recommendations. Above all, I bring a strong commitment tostewardship: ensuring that Culver City’s vibrant arts ecosystem continues to thrive andremain accessible to future generations.
Heather Moses
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How do you envision fulfilling the objectives, and/or goals of the body(ies), asestablished by the City Council? I envision fulfilling the objectives and goals established by the City Council throughthoughtful collaboration, informed advocacy, and responsible stewardship of Culver City’scultural resources. I would approach the work of the commission by actively listening tocommunity members, artists, educators, and city staff, and by grounding recommendationsin both policy goals and lived experience. I would support initiatives that strengthen accessto the arts, foster partnerships between the city, schools, and local cultural organizations,and ensure that public investments in the arts are equitable, sustainable, and responsive tocommunity needs. Drawing on my background in arts education, I would help elevate youthvoices and ensure that policies consider long-term impacts on future generations. Above all,I am committed to advancing the City Council’s vision for a vibrant, inclusive, and art-richCulver City.
How many meetings of the commission(s), board(s), or committee(s), towhich you are interested in being appointed have you attended? Pleaseindicate how often and when.
I have not regularly attended Commission meetings. However, I attend City Councilmeetings from time to time and stay engaged with Commission work through ongoingprofessional collaboration with current and former commissioners.
How much time, on a monthly basis, can you commit to reviewing materialsin preparation for attendance at meetings of the body(ies) to which youdesire appointment? I am able to dedicate 20 hours per month to Commission work, ensuring sufficient time forreviewing materials, preparing for meetings, and participating fully in all responsibilities.
Is there anything else you would like to add that has not been covered byyour answers to the prior questions? (You may attach supplementalinformation below.) I would like to express my sincere excitement about the opportunity to serve on the CulturalAffairs Commission. Culver City’s commitment to the arts has had a meaningful impact onmy professional work and on the students and families I serve, and I would be honored tocontribute to sustaining and strengthening that legacy. I bring a collaborative spirit, a deeprespect for public service, and a strong commitment to ensuring that Culver City remains avibrant, inclusive, and art-filled community.
Heather Moses
You are invited to attach additional pages, enclose a copy of your resume and/orsubmit supplemental information which you feel may assist the appointing authority inits evaluation of your application.
Please submit your application and any attachments no later than the final filing dateas announced in the Notice of Vacancy and Request for Applications to the City ofCulver City by submitting your application online or By Mail: Office of the City Clerk 9770 Culver Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 By Fax: (310) 253-5830
By Email: [email protected] If you have questions regarding the completion or filing of this application, pleasecontact the City of Clerk's Office, by fax or email as indicated above, or by phone at(310) 253-5851.
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The City Clerk's Office encourages all interested persons to apply for all positions inwhich they have an interest! Heather Moses
H E A T H E R M O S E S
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Visionary nonprofit and arts education leader with 15+ years’ experience designing equity-driven, community- centered programming. Proven success in leading strategic partnerships, securing and managing significant grant funding and advocating for systemic change in public education. Skilled in program design, stakeholder engagement, and aligning arts initiatives with district and statewide policy priorities. Passionate about ensuring all students have access to high-quality arts education through inclusive leadership and strategic collaboration.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE IN ARTS & EDUCATION
Culver City Unified School District (CCUSD) K- 12 Arts Coordinator 2017-Present CCUSD is a vanguard “Arts for All” district and remains deeply committed to expanding equity and access to arts learning. www.ccusdarts.com
• Lead the execution of the district’s Strategic Arts Plan (2018-2023), aligning local goals with countywide and statewide arts education initiatives to promote sustainability and equity. • Manage the Robert Frost Auditorium, a 1,200-seat venue, balancing community, student, and professional use – advancing access and placemaking goals. • Advance arts access as a driver of community connection, using public performances and exhibitions to bring diverse audiences together.
• Provide strategic leadership and technical assistance to 25+ arts educators and 11 external partners across all school sites to expand and deepen arts programming. • Secure and manage over $1M in multi-source grant funding yearly, ensuring compliance, data-driven reporting, and strong funder relationships.
• Serve as district representative in community-wide arts education coalitions, advocating for increased investment and policy support at local and county levels. • Convene Community Arts Team uniting educators, nonprofits, and civic leaders to co-design equitable arts access strategies.
Front & Center Theatre Collaborative Program Coordinator 2010-present A unique arts partnership between CCUSD, Center Theatre Group, The Actors’ Gang, Sony Pictures, and others. • Lead the design and implementation of sequential, standards-based K–12 theatre education programs, reaching over 3,500 students annually.
• Act as the central liaison between schools, arts organizations, funders, and administrators to ensure aligned goals, shared accountability, and impact tracking. • Manage program grants totaling $100,000+ per cycle; write proposals, deliver progress reports, and assess outcomes with a focus on equity and student engagement.
The First School Director of Communications 2009- 2014
Preschool in Santa Monica focused on raising emotionally healthy children. • Directed family engagement and community enrichment programming at a private preschool serving 300+ students.
• Initiated and coordinated a parent education speaker series to support socio-emotional learning and child development.
TV/Film Production Experience Various 2001 - 2006
Travel Coordinator, Twentieth Century Fox, “Because of Winn-Dixie Re-shoots Shipping Coordinator, Warner Bros Entertainment, ‘The Last Samurai” Production Manager, Turner Broadcasting Systems, “Man Made Movie”
COMMUNITY AND BOARD LEADERSHIP
Culver Arts Foundation Advisory Board Member 2019 - Present La Ballona Elementary School Board Member 2009 - 2016
• La Ballona PTA – President 2014/2015 & 2015/2016 school years • La Ballona Education Partners - Co-President 2011/2012 & 2012/2013 school years; Secretary 2009/2010 & 2010/2011 school years
The Road Theatre Company Corporate Board Member 1994 - 2015 • Corporate Board 2004 – 2014; Accountant 1999 – 2006; Artistic Board Member 1996-2004
EDUCATION
Antioch University, Los Angeles, Master of the Arts in Nonprofit Management California State University, Northridge, Bachelor of Theater Arts
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) June 2019