The OCCA is one of nine Regional Councils designated as field offices for the Oregon Arts Commission. OCCA is governed by an twelve member Board of Directors who serve three-year terms. All members of OCCA are eligible to serve as Directors and are elected by the membership at the Annual Meeting. Directors are drawn from throughout the region with an effort to represent business, government, education, and the various arts disciplines. The monthly Board meetings are open to the public.
Membership is open to all.
No artist is refused services, whether member or not. A great many community people serve on committees, task forces, assist in the office, and actively participate in the delivery of programs. The OCCA main office is located in the Newport Performing Arts Center. The administration staff includes Executive Director, and Administrative Assistant, and Business Manager. Other staff include Directors of the Performing and Visual Arts Centers, and an Operations Manager and Assistant.