Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is recognized as the official youth advisory group to the Mayor and City Council. Youth Commissioners develop policy recommendations concerning youth and support youth who serve their community through civic engagement and participation.

Commission Information

Meets: 4th Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers
Number of Members: 11
Member Term: 2 years
Meetings are open to the public and follow Robert’s Rules of Order
Staff Contact: Betty Ramirez (408) 793-5559 or betty.ramirez@sanjoseca.gov
Core Values
By Laws
Annual work plan
City Ordinance

How can I apply for the commission?

You must be 14 - 20 years of age;
Reside in the city district map you are representing;
Mayor and City Council make appointments to the youth commission during the month of May; and
Fill out a commission application through the San Jose City Clerk’s office.

What are commissioner responsibilities?

Present recommendations to City Council and Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services
Hold forums to involve youth in decision-making process
Help sponsor annual San José Citywide Youth Conference
Host an annual youth advisory council summit for input on the city budget
Present an annual work plan report to the Neighborhood Service and Education Council committee
Attend all commission meetings and trainings.
Serve a two-year term with the possibility of reappointment
Cannot miss three consecutive regular meetings or you will resign from the commission
Commissioners may spend additional hours attending training's and ad hoc working meetings
Hold your own District Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings in your respective city districts

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2020

Agenda	TIme	Location	Minutes
May 18, 2020	6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Council Chambers
April 27,2020	6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Council Chambers
March 23, 2020	6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Council Chambers
February 24, 2020	6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Council Chambers
February 24, 2020	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	City Managers Conference Room
January 27,2020	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Council Chambers	January 27, 2020 Meeting Minutes
January 27, 2020	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Tower Building Conference Room 955	January 27, 2020 Meeting Minutes

2019

Agenda	Time	Location	Minutes
December 4, 2019	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Council Chambers

2018

Agenda	Time	Location	Minutes
August 27, 2018	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Council Chambers
June 25, 2018	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Council Chambers
May 21, 2018	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Council Chambers	May 21, 2018 Meeting Minutes
April 23, 2018	6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Council Chambers	April 23, 2018 Meeting Minutes
March 28, 2018	4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	City Manager's Conference Room 1734	March 28, 2018 Meeting Minutes
March 26, 2018	6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Council Chambers	March 26, 2018 Meeting Minutes
February 26, 2018	6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Council Chambers	February 26, 2018 Meeting Minutes
January 22, 2018	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	City Manager's Conference Room	January 22, 2018 Special Meeting Minutes
January 22, 2018	6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	City Manager's Conference Room	January 22, 2018 Meeting Minutes

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