BAKERSFIELD CITY COUNCIL
POST-MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
August 5, 2026, 3:30 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES
In accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (California Government Code §§ 54950 et seq.), the City has established these guidelines to promote open, accessible, and orderly public participation in our City Council Meetings. Meeting agendas contain the topics to be discussed at a meeting and are posted 72 hours in advance of a regular meeting, or at least 24 hours in advance for special meetings.
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Time Limits for Public Comments
Public comments are welcome only during designated portions of the agenda, and are subject to the following time limits:
Non-Agenda Item Public Statements (general City business): 2 minutes per speaker, up to 10 minutes for remote speakers and 10 minutes for in-person speakers (20 minutes total) •
Agenda Item Public Statements (including Consent Calendar, counted as one item): 2 minutes per speaker, up to 10 minutes for remote speakers and 10 minutes for in-person speakers (20 minutes total)
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Public Hearings: For public hearings, proponents and opponents are each allotted 20 minutes for testimony, plus 10 minutes for rebuttal, to be divided equally between remote and in-person speakers.
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For maximum impact, submit written comments by 2:00 p.m. on Thursday prior to the hearing for inclusion in the agenda packet. Written comments are also accepted up to and during the hearing.
All speakers who do not specify a topic on their Speaker Card will be scheduled to speak under Non- Agenda Items. If you are not present or available to speak when you are called upon, the City Clerk will move to the next speaker and you may not have another opportunity to speak.
Disruptions
Technical or behavioral disruptions will be addressed according to Council policy. The meeting may recess for up to one hour to restore order or service, if required. Disruptive individuals may be removed or have their participation limited, regardless of attendance format.
We value your voice and engagement—it strengthens our community. Thank you for participating in your City government.
1. ROLL CALL
2. PUBLIC STATEMENTS
a. Non-Agenda Item Public Statements
*1. Written material provided by Eddy Laine
*2. Written materials provided by Michael Turnipseed
b. Agenda Item Public Statements
3. APPOINTMENTS
a. League of California Cities (CalCities) 2026 Annual Conference appointment of voting delegates
City staff recommends Council appoint a voting delegate and alternate delegate. b. Sixteen Appointments to the Youth Commission for the 2026-27 School Year for the 2026-27 School Year
Staff recommends Council determination.
*1. Staff Memorandum
4. REPORTS
5. CLOSED SESSION
a. Public Employee Performance Evaluation - City Manager; Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1) / 54957.6
6. CLOSED SESSION ACTION
7. ADJOURNMENT
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2026 AGENDA CATEGORY: Appointments TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christian Clegg, City Manager
DATE: July 20, 2026
SUBJECT: League of California Cities (CalCities) 202 6 Annual Conference appointment of voting delegates
[Document Description]
RECOMMENDATION:
City staff recommends Council appoint a voting delegate and alternate delegate.
BACKGROUND:
The 2026 League of California Cities (CalCities) Annual Conference and Expo is scheduled for September 23 – 25, 2026 in Anaheim, California. During the Annual Conference and Expo, CalCities convenes a member driven General Assembly where city officials can directly participate in the development of CalCities policy. This year’s General Assembly is scheduled for Friday, September 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM.
To cast a vote during the General Assembly, citi es must designate a voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote if the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity. Voting delegates may either be an elected or appointed official and must be designated by City Council. Voting delegates and alternates must be registered to attend the conference.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund.
COUNCIL GOAL:
Innovative and Efficient City Government
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 2026 Voting Delegate Information Packet
1400 K Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814 • 916.658.8200 • calcities.org DATE: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
T
O: Mayors, Council Members, City Clerks, and City Managers RE
: DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATES AND ALTERNATES
League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, Sept. 23-25, 2026 Anaheim Convention Center
E
very year, the League of California Cities convenes a member-driven General Assembly at the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo. The General Assembly is an important opportunity where city officials can directly participate in the development of Cal Cities policy.
Ta
king place on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 the General Assembly is comprised of voting delegates appointed by each member city; every city has one voting delegate. Your appointed voting delegate plays an important role during the General Assembly by representing your city and voting on resolutions.
To c
ast a vote during the General Assembly, your city must designate a voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote if the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity. Voting delegates may either be an elected or appointed official.
A
ction by Council Required. Consistent with Cal Cities bylaws, a city’s voting delegate and up to two alternates must be designated by the city council. Please note that designating the voting delegate and alternates must be done by city council action and cannot be accomplished by individual action of the mayor or city manager alone.
F
ollowing council action, please submit your city’s delegates through the online submission portal by Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026. When completing the Voting Delegate submission form, you will be asked to attest that council action was taken. You will need to be signed in to your My Cal Cities account when submitting the form.
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ubmitting your voting delegate form by the deadline will allow us time to establish voting delegate/alternate records prior to the conference and provide pre-conference communications with voting delegates.
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onference Registration Required. The voting delegate and alternates must be registered to attend the conference. They need not register for the entire conference; they may register for Friday only. Conference registration opens June 2.
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or a city to cast a vote, one voter must be present at the General Assembly and in possession of the voting delegate card and voting tool. Voting delegates and Council Action Advised by September 1, 2026
alternates need to pick up their conference badges before signing in and picking up the voting delegate card at the voting delegate desk. This will enable them to receive the special sticker on their name badges that will admit the voting delegate into the voting area during the General Assembly.
Please view Cal Cities’ event and meeting policy in advance of the conference.
Transferring Voting Card to Non-Designated Individuals Not Allowed. The voting delegate card may be transferred freely between the voting delegate and alternates, but only between the voting delegate and alternates. If the voting delegate and alternates find themselves unable to attend the General Assembly, they may not transfer the voting card to another city official.
Seating Protocol during General Assembly. At the General Assembly, individuals with a voting card will sit in a designated area. Admission to the voting area will be limited to the individual in possession of the voting card and with a special sticker on their name badge identifying them as a voting delegate.
The voting delegate desk, located in the conference registration area of the Anaheim Convention Center, will be open at the following times: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Thursday, Sept. 24, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. On Friday, Sept. 25, the voting delegate desk will be open at the General Assembly, starting at 7:30 a.m., but will be closed during roll calls and voting.
The voting procedures that will be used at the conference are attached to this memo.
Please share these procedures and this memo with your council and especially with the individuals that your council designates as your city’s voting delegate and alternates.
Once again, thank you for submitting your voting delegate and alternates by Tuesday, Sept. 1. If you have questions, please contact Zach Seals at [email protected].
Attachments:
• G
eneral Assembly Voting Guidelines
• Information Sheet: Cal Cities Resolutions and the General Assembly
1400 K Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814 • 916.658.8200 • calcities.org
General Assembly Voting Guidelines
1. One City One Vote. Each member city has a right to cast one vote on matters pertaining to Cal Cities policy.
2. Designating a City Voting Representative. Prior to the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo, each city council may designate a voting delegate and up to two alternates; these individuals are identified on the voting delegate form provided to the Cal Cities Credentials Committee.
3. Registering with the Credentials Committee. The voting delegate, or alternates, may pick up the city's voting card at the voting delegate desk in the conference registration area. Voting delegates and alternates must sign in at the voting delegate desk. Here they will receive a special sticker on their name badge and thus be admitted to the voting area at the General Assembly.
4. Signing Initiated Resolution Petitions. Only those individuals who are voting delegates (or alternates), and who have picked up their city’s voting card by providing a signature to the credentials committee at the voting delegate desk, may sign petitions to initiate a resolution.
5. Voting. To cast the city's vote, a city official must have in their possession the city's voting card and voting tool; and be registered with the credentials committee. The voting card may be transferred freely between the voting delegate and alternates but may not be transferred to another city official who is neither a voting delegate nor alternate.
6. Voting Area at General Assembly. At the General Assembly, individuals with a voting card will sit in a designated area. Admission to the voting area will be limited to the individual in possession of the voting card and with a special sticker on their name badge identifying them as a voting delegate.
7. Resolving Disputes. In case of dispute, the credentials committee will determine the validity of signatures on petitioned resolutions and the right of a city official to vote at the General Assembly.
Sixty days before the
Annual Conference
and Expo, Cal Cities
members may submit
policy proposals on
issues of importance
to cities. The resolution must
have the concurrence of at least
five additional member cities or
individual members.
How it works: Cal Cities
Resolutions and the General Assembly
General Assembly
General Resolutions Policy Committees
Developing League of California Cities policy is a dynamic process that engages a wide range of members to ensure Cal Cities represents cities with one voice. These policies directly guide Cal Cities’ advocacy to promote local decision-making, and lobby against statewide policies that erode local control.
The resolutions process and General Assembly is one way that city officials can directly participate in the development of Cal Cities policy. If a resolution is approved at the General Assembly, it becomes official Cal Cities policy. Here’s how resolutions and the General Assembly work.
The petitioned
resolution is an
alternate method
to introduce policy
proposals during
the annual conference. The
petition must be signed by
voting delegates from 10% of
member cities, and submitted to
the Cal Cities President at least
24 hours before the beginning
of the General Assembly.
Petitioned Resolutions
The Cal Cities
President assigns
general resolutions
to policy committees
where members
review, debate, and recommend
positions for each policy proposal.
Recommendations are forwarded
to the Resolutions Committee.
Who’s who
The Resolutions Committee
includes representatives
from each Cal Cities
diversity caucus, regional
division, municipal
department, and policy
committee, as well as
individuals appointed by
the Cal Cities president.
Voting delegates
are appointed by each
member city; every city
has one voting delegate.
The General Assembly is a
meeting of the collective
body of all voting
delegates —one from
every member city.
Seven policy committees
meet throughout the year
to review and recommend
positions to take on bills
and regulatory proposals.
Policy committees include
members from each Cal
Cities diversity caucus,
regional division, and
municipal department,
as well as individuals
appointed by the Cal
Cities president.
During the General Assembly, voting delegates
debate and consider general and petitioned
resolutions forwarded by the Resolutions
Committee. Potential Cal Cities bylaws
amendments are also considered at this meeting.
Cal Cities policy
development is a member-
informed process,
grounded in the voices and
experiences of city officials
throughout the state.
For more information visit www.calcities.org/general-assembly Prior to the Annual Conference and Expo
Resolutions Committee
The Resolutions
Committee considers
all resolutions. General
Resolutions approved1 by
either a policy committee
or the Resolutions Committee are next
considered by the General Assembly.
General resolutions not approved, or
referred for further study by both a
policy committee and the Resolutions
Committee do not go to the General
Assembly. All Petitioned Resolutions
are considered by the General
Assembly, unless disqualified.2
During the Annual Conference and Expo
1 The Resolution Committee can amend a general resolution prior to sending it to the General Assembly. 2 Petitioned Resolutions may be disqualified by the Resolutions Committee according to Cal Cities Bylaws Article VI. Sec. 5(f).
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2026 AGENDA CATEGORY: Appointments TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Julie Drimakis, City Clerk
DATE: July 27, 2026
SUBJECT: Sixteen Appointments to the Youth Commission
for the 2026-27 School Year
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 2027.
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 commissioner vacancies for regular members and alternate members in all Wards and mayoral position.
Applications for appointment have been received from:
Shashank Ramasubramanian
James Roy
December Stoelting
Catelynn Hentges (incumbent)
Jasmine Bajwa (incumbent)
Mia Clifford (incumbent)
Millicent Clowes
Nathaniel Catalan (incumbent)
Teegan Lahammer
Sravya Pudipeddi (incumbent)
FISCAL IMPACT:
This action will not require additional City General Funds.
COUNCIL GOAL:
Innovative and Efficient City Government
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Application Packet
1. I learned about the Bakersfield Youth Commission while searching for leadership and community involvement opportunities in my area where I could make a meaningful impact.
2. I would like to become a Youth Commissioner because I am passionate about serving my community and supporting youth voices. I want to take an active role in creating positive change in Bakersfield and help address issues that affect students and young people. This opportunity would allow me to develop as a leader while contributing to meaningful community improvement
3. I would like to become a Youth Commissioner because I am passionate about serving my community and supporting youth voices. I want to take an active role in creating positive change in Bakersfield and help address issues that affect students and young people. This opportunity would allow me to develop as a leader while contributing to meaningful community improvement. I would like to see the Youth Commission focus on improving youth mental health and well-being, increasing opportunities for youth voice in community decisions, and addressing challenges faced by vulnerable populations such as individuals experiencing homelessness and youth in foster care. Mental health is a major issue among students, especially with academic pressure, personal stress, and limited access to support. I think the community could help by increasing mental health awareness in schools, reducing stigma around seeking help, and expanding access to counseling services and peer support programs where students can talk openly in a safe environment. I also believe it is important for youth to have a stronger voice in the decisions that affect them. Creating more opportunities for student input through youth forums, advisory groups, or listening sessions would help ensure that young people feel heard and represented.In addition, I would like to see more awareness and youth involvement in supporting individuals experiencing homelessness and youth in foster care. This could include student-led donation drives, volunteer opportunities with local shelters, and outreach programs that help raise awareness and connect students to ways they can contribute positively.
4. Throughout the school year, I participate in track practice as one of my main commitments. I am prepared to manage my time effectively so I can fully participate in the Youth Commission. I am able to attend practices while balancing commission responsibilities, and if necessary, I can adjust my schedule, complete workouts earlier, or make up training when needed to ensure I meet all expectations. I am also involved in a few school clubs; however, they do not require a significant time commitment and do not interfere with my ability to fully participate in the Youth Commission.
5. Spencer Lewis, School Counselor at Frontier High School, will serve as my mentor for the Youth Commission.
Phone: (661) 829-1107
Email: [email protected]
FRONTIER HIGH SCHOOL
6401 ALLEN ROAD
BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA
93314-9250
(661) 829-1107
FAX (661) 829-1185
http://frontier.kernhigh.org
VICKY THOMPSON, PRINCIPAL
KERN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
J. Bryan Batey
David Manriquez
Kathy Scrivner
Derek Tisinger
Steven Rodrigue
SUPERINTENDENT
Michael Zulfa, Ed.D.
The Kern High School District (KHSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. KHSD prohibits discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, or bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical infor mation, national origin, physical or mental disability, parental status, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex, sexual orientation, military or veterans status, homelessness, foster status, a ffiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws consistent with Education Code 200 and 220, Government Code 11135, and Ti tle IX. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, or bullying you should contact your school site principal and/or the District's Equity Compliance/ Title IX Officer, Melissa Jimenez, 5801 Sundale Avenue, (661) 827 -3173, [email protected], Title II/ADA Officer, SELPA Director Special Education, Greg Hicks, 5801 Sundale Avenue, (661) 827 -3105, [email protected], and Section 504 Coordinator, Elaine Gregory, 5801 Sundale Avenue, (661) 827 -4529, [email protected]. A copy of KHSD's Uniform Complaint policy and Nondiscrimination policy are available at www.kernhigh.org and upon request.
May 20, 2026
To Whom It May Concern:
I hope that this letter finds you well. My name is Spencer Lewis, a counselor at Frontier High School. I am writing on behalf of December Stoelting, a junior at Frontier, who is applying for the Bakersfield Youth Commission.
I have had the pleasure of knowing December since she enrolled at Frontier in the fall of 2023.
From the first time she came into my office, I knew that December was a thoughtful, driven young person with a desire to help her community and a genuine desire to lift others up. I could list off many examples of this – as a member of multiple teams on campus, as a participant in Interact Club and the secretary of our Honor Flight club, and as a volunteer at multiple community activities, she has found ways to serve and to leave an impact. The biggest example, though, is a passion project that December started earlier this year. December saw a need with children who live with chronic illnesses that require extended hospital stays, and wanted to find a way to encourage them. She reached out to local and regional hospitals, creating a program where she (and others who have joined her) write letters and notes to children to make them smile and to remind them that they have people who care about them. Her goals to spread positivity and hope are just examples of how she lives her daily life, aimed at helping others and making sure that people are seen and cared for.
When you speak with December, you are talking with an actively engaged listener who is thoughtful in her responses. She is articulate, teachable, and knows that there is power in community.
Looking at her future, she sees many possible paths forward: school counselor, doctor, lawyer, or something else, she knows that she will enter a helping profession or to use her skills to make a difference. As a member of the Bakersfield Youth Commission, she will be an excellent advocate for her Ward and a ‘doer’ in the best possible sense. She will be an asset to your team, and I’m proud to recommend her.
Thank you,
Spencer Lewis
Spencer Lewis
School Counselor, Frontier High School
661-829-1107
spencer [email protected]
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Youth Commission Application for Appointment
Student Name
First
Catelynn
Middle
Last
Hentges
Gender (Male/Female)
Female
Parent/Guardian Name
First
Lisa
Middle
Last
Hentges
High School Information
High School
Stockdale High School
Grade Level
10 GPA
4.25 School Address
2800 Buena
Vista Road
City
Bakersfield
County
Kern
State
CA
Zip
93311
Employment
Occupation (if applicable) Company Hours per Week
Address Address Line 2 City County State Zip
E-Filed
05/29/2026
16:40:30
Filing ID:
13175
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Supplemental Questions
How did you hear about the Youth Commission?
I originally heard about the Bakersfield Youth Commission from my school counselor but this year I’ve had the privilege to serve on it!
Why would you like to become a Youth Commissioner
I would like to continue serving as a Youth Commissioner because my first year showed me how much of a difference young people can make when they are given a voice in their community. Being involved allowed me to better understand the needs of students in Bakersfield and strengthened my passion for service and advocacy. One issue that is especially important to me is literacy and educational opportunity in schools with lower reading rates. Reading was a vital part of my childhood and played a huge role in shaping who I am today. Through books and education, I developed confidence, curiosity, and a stronger understanding of the world around me. I want every child to have the same opportunities to grow and succeed through literacy. By serving another year, I hope to continue representing youth perspectives while working on meaningful projects that support students and families in our community.
What specific youth or community issues would you like to see addressed by the Youth Commission? Do you have any ideas on how the community should address those issues? One issue I would like to see addressed is the literacy gap in schools and communities with fewer educational resources. Many students do not have access to books, tutoring, or reading programs outside of school, which can make it harder for them to succeed academically and build confidence. I believe literacy is one of the most important foundations for future success because it impacts education, communication, and opportunities later in life. I think the community could help address this issue by creating more partnerships between schools, libraries, and youth organizations to provide tutoring, book drives, reading mentorship programs, and after-school literacy activities. I would also like to encourage more volunteer opportunities for high school students to work with younger children as reading mentors. Creating welcoming spaces where children feel supported and encouraged to read could have a long-lasting positive impact on both students and the community as a whole.
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The Youth Commission requires a time commitment from each student. Please list all other commitments you have during the school year (e.g., job, clubs, and sports) and in what ways are you prepared to dedicate time to meet the Commission’s goals? Your extracurricular activities will not disqualify your application.
During the school year, I balance academics along with volleyball, National Honor Society volunteer commitments, and various school clubs and organizations. Through these experiences, I have learned strong time management, communication, and organizational skills. I understand the importance of being dependable and following through on responsibilities, especially when working as part of a team. I am fully prepared to dedicate the time necessary to meet the Youth Commission’s goals by planning ahead, staying organized, and prioritizing my commitments. During my previous year serving on the Commission, I gained experience managing meetings, projects, and responsibilities while balancing school and other activities. Because of this experience, I feel confident in my ability to continue contributing consistently and effectively.
In order to have a valuable experience on the Youth Commission, it is important to have the support from a teacher or school administrator from your current high school. This person shall serve in a mentorship role throughout your term on the Youth Commission. Please identify who will serve as your mentor (i.e., name and job title) and provide their contact information (i.e., phone number and email address). Also, please be advised that your mentor must sign the application and submit a letter of recommendation.
I believe my previous experience as a Youth Commissioner has prepared me to continue serving effectively in this role. Over the past year, I have gained valuable experience collaborating with others, representing youth perspectives, and participating in community-focused discussions and projects. I am passionate about making a positive impact in Bakersfield and helping create opportunities for younger students, especially in areas related to literacy and education. In addition, my long-term goal of pursuing a career focused on helping others has strengthened my commitment to community service and leadership. I am motivated, dependable, and eager to continue learning while contributing meaningful ideas and effort to the Youth Commission.
Is there any additional information that you feel would be helpful in reviewing your qualifications? I believe my previous experience as a Youth Commissioner has prepared me to continue serving effectively in this role. Over the past year, I have gained valuable experience collaborating with others, representing youth perspectives, and participating in community-focused discussions and projects. I am passionate about making a positive impact in Bakersfield and helping create opportunities for younger students, especially in areas related to literacy and education. In addition, my long-term goal of pursuing a career focused on helping others has strengthened my commitment to community service and leadership. I am motivated, dependable, and eager to continue learning while contributing meaningful ideas and effort to the Youth Commission.
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Authorization and Release
Signature of School Representative
Stacy Baehr
School Representative Signature Date
05/29/2026
Signature of Applicant’s Parent/Guardian
Lisa Hirt
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
05/29/2026
Signature of Applicant
Catelynn Hentges
Applicant Signature Date
05/29/2026
Applicant & Recommender Contact Information
Applicant Contact Information
Applicant Information
Date of Birth Email Address
Home Phone Cell Phone
Address
Home Address Address Line 2
City
Bakersfield
County
Kern
State
CA
Zip
93311
Recommender Contact Information
First Name
Stacy
Middle Name Last Name
Baehr
Title
Chemistry & AP
Environmental
Science Teacher
Organization
Stockdale High School
Relationship to student
Teacher
E-mail
[email protected]
Day Phone
(661) 655-2800
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Youth Commission Application for Appointment
Student Name
First
Sravya
Middle
Anvitha
Last
Pudipeddi
Gender (Male/Female)
Female
Parent/Guardian Name
First
Ravi
Middle
Last
Pudipeddi
High School Information
High School
Garces Memorial High
School
Grade Level
10 GPA
4.6 School Address
2800 Loma
Linda Dr,
Bakersfield
City
Bakersfield
County
Kern
State
CA
Zip
93305
Employment
Occupation (if applicable)
NA
Company Hours per Week
2/3
Address Address Line 2 City County State Zip
Supplemental Questions
How did you hear about the Youth Commission?
From my former teacher and I was in it for a few months this year.
Why would you like to become a Youth Commissioner
I did it for a few months this year and I want to continue.
What specific youth or community issues would you like to see addressed by the Youth Commission? Do you have any ideas on how the community should address those issues? Underprivileged children don't have access to healthy food, so we should do something where we can raise enough awareness and donate food to these children. We could team up with local grocery stores to donate food.
The Youth Commission requires a time commitment from each student. Please list all other commitments you have during the school year (e.g., job, clubs, and sports) and in what ways are you prepared to dedicate time to meet the Commission’s goals? Your extracurricular activities will not disqualify your application.
Mock trial, history day, business class/club, medical professionals club. I have committed time towards the youth commission this year and will continue to do the same.
In order to have a valuable experience on the Youth Commission, it is important to have the support from a teacher or school administrator from your current high school. This person shall serve in a mentorship role throughout your term on the Youth Commission. Please identify who will serve as your mentor (i.e., name and job title) and provide their contact information (i.e., phone number and email address). Also, please be advised that your mentor must sign the application and submit a letter of recommendation.
Tonya Abbott.
Is there any additional information that you feel would be helpful in reviewing your qualifications? I am able to balance school and my extra curriculars, so I can put enough time and commitment into youth commissions.
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Authorization and Release
Signature of School Representative
Tonya Abbott
School Representative Signature Date
05/21/2026
Signature of Applicant’s Parent/Guardian
Ravi Pudipeddi
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
05/21/2026
Signature of Applicant
Sravya Pudipeddi
Applicant Signature Date
05/21/2026
Applicant & Recommender Contact Information
Applicant Contact Information
Applicant Information
Date of Birth Email Address
Home Phone Cell Phone
Address
Home Address Address Line 2
City
Bakersfield
County
Kern
State
CA
Zip
93312
Recommender Contact Information
First Name
Tonya
Middle Name Last Name
Abbott
Title
Dir of Campus
Ministry
Organization
Garces Memorial High School
Relationship to student
Campus Minister
E-mail
[email protected]
Day Phone
(661) 327-5427