The city of Covington is looking to fill openings on its arts and parks and recreation commissions.

According to the city’s website, of the Covington’s five commissions, there are three upcoming openings in parks and recreation, “for citizens who want to be advocates, proactive participants, and leaders in the growth of Covington’s parks and recreation facilities and programs.” There are also currently two open positions on the Arts Commission.

Parks and recreation commission members participate in advisory, advocacy, and planning activities related to the city’s park system and recreation programs. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. and members are also expected to occasionally attend other events such as council meetings and participate in identified volunteer and community events.

Arts commissioners serve the city as advisors to the council in matters of art, and coordinate various art programs and events in the city, including the monthly artwork display in the City Hall Art Gallery. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. and members are also expected to occasionally attend other events such as council meetings and participate in identified volunteer and community events.

Applicants can include youth or adults who live in or within three miles of the city. A city council subcommittee expects to conduct parks and recreation interviews on Tuesday, Jan. 20, beginning at 6 p.m. prior to the regular city council meeting. Arts Commission interviews have yet to be determined.

Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 5, and should be directed to Senior Deputy City Clerk Joan Michaud in person, by mail or to jmichaud@covingtonwa.gov.