ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: February 11, 2026 AGENDA CATEGORY: Appointments TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Julie Drimakis, City Clerk
DATE: February 3, 2026
SUBJECT: Two appointments to the Youth Commission for Ward 3 Regular and Alternate Members with terms set to expire July 2026. (Ward 3)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council determination
BACKGROUND:
The Bakersfield Youth Commission is composed of eight voting members and eight alternate members appointed by the Mayor and City Council. The Mayor and each Councilmember nominate students that attend a high school in the City of Bakersfield or the Greater Bakersfield Area, which are then approved by the full City Council. Terms of all positions will expire July 2026.
The Bakersfield Youth Commission identifies the concerns and needs of local youth, including matters related to recreational opportunities, park amenities, student safety, and volunteer opportunities with the City. Meetings are typically held on the fourth Monday of each month at 4:30 p.m.
There are currently vacancies for regular members and alternate members in Ward 3.
Applications for appointment have been received from:
Tanav Doddapuneni
Saisha Gulati
Catelynn Hentges
Sehaj Kaur
Guneet Kaur
Sravya A Pudipeddi
Jazilyn Pham Tran
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action will not require additional City General Funds
COUNCIL GOAL:
Innovative and Efficient City Government
ATTACHMENTS:
Youth Commission Recruitment Packet 02-03-2026