2025-26 Youth Advisory Committee Application
Statement of Purpose
The Foster City Youth Advisory Committee shall have the following purpose, power and duties:
1. Foster greater involvement of youth in municipal government and civic affairs.
2. Study problems, activities, and concerns of youth, especially as they relate to municipal programs or projects of the City of Foster City.
3. Hold forums on problems, activities, and concerns of youth, either alone or in conjunction with other governmental agencies and community organizations as the Youth Advisory Committee deems desirable.
4. Recommend the implementation of community programs which the Youth Advisory Committee deems desirable.
5. Review those municipal matters referred to YAC by the City Council or other City Committees and make recommendations to the Council or committees on those matters.
Requirements
To be a member of the Youth Advisory Committee you must:
1. Be a resident of Foster City.
2. Be entering grades 6 though 12 in Fall of 2025.
3. Be available for a team building, leadership training in September.
4. Be available for meetings on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00pm beginning in September and ending in June.
5. Be willing to attend additional meetings as necessary.
Commitment
As a member of the Youth Advisory Committee you must sign a contract which states you will:
1. Participate on the Committee from September 2025 through June 2026.
2. Attend meetings and events.
3. Serve on at least two subcommittees throughout the term.
4. Observe all policies and procedures of the City of Foster City and the Parks and Recreation Department.
Please fill out the following:
1. Name:
2. Address:
3. Phone Number:
4. Email Address:
5. Birthdate:
6. School and Grade in Fall 2025:
7. Extra-Curricular Activities:
8. Why do you want to be a member of YAC?
9. What issues would you like to see addressed by YAC?
10. What do you feel you can offer as a member of this committee?