Commission on Nightlife and Culture - Mayor's Office of Nightlife and Culture (MONC)

TOTAL PUBLIC MEMBERS: 7METHOD OF APPOINTMENT:Appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of CouncilTERM LENGTH:3 yearsRESIDENCY:Strong preference for District residencyPAID BOARD: No (all roles are voluntary). Current District of Columbia residents will receive priority and advanced preference for screening and interviews.

DESCRIPTIONThe Commission on Nightlife identifies and studies common issues and trends relating to the after-hours economy and advises the Mayor, Council, and Director of the Office of Nightlife and Culture on ways to improve laws and policies that impact the after-hours economy. The Commission will work with the Director on executive programs, policies, and making recommendations to the Mayor.

COMMISSION MEMBERSHIPThe Commission is comprised of:One member who is a business owner holding on-premises retailers license pursuant to DC Code 25-113 (https://code.dccouncil.us/dc/council/code/sections/25-113.html). One member who serves the board of directors a Business Improvement District. One member who is a dean or director or equivalent from a university with 50% students residing in on-campus housing.

One member from an organization that advocates for preventing sexual harassment and assault. One member who is a District of Columbia based musician or music industry producer. One member who is a District of Columbia based artistic director in the performing arts. One member how is a District of Columbia based visual artistTIME COMMITMENTThe Commission shall meet at least once every 3 months.

If you are interested in an appointment to this board, please complete the appointment application and attach the required documentation. All applicants will receive an email confirming their application was received. Applications will be screened as they are received. Candidates deemed most suited based on the application will be contacted to schedule further discussion.