Agenda packet — Appointments Committee, September 10, 2025

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AGENDA
City of Modesto

SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS COMMITTEE / COUNCIL

WORKSHOP
2001-40 Del Puerto Room.

Tenth Street Place, 1010 10th Street
Modesto, California
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Roll Call: Eric Alvarez, Chair
Rosa Escutia-Braaton, Vice-Chair
Jeremiah Williams, Member
Alternates: Chris Ricci, Nick Bavaro, David Wright, Sue Zwahlen Council has not delegated directive or final approval authority to the Committees.

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PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Three-minute time limit per speaker.

Only interested persons in the audience may present these matters. Under State law, Committee Members may respond to matters being presented under this item only as follows:
a. Briefly respond to statements made or questions raised. b. Ask a question for clarification.
c. Provide a reference to staff or other resources for factual information. d. Request staff to report back at a subsequent meeting. e. Finally, a Committee Member or the Committee itself may take action to direct staff to place a matter of business on a future agenda.

SUBMITTING COMMENTS BY E-MAIL
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Committee Members and placed in the record but will not be read aloud during the meeting.

Written comments must be received two hours before the meeting.

This Agenda is on file in the City Clerk’s Office, Sixth Floor, 10th Street Place, Posting Board at entry of 10th Street Place, and is available on the City’s Web site at www.modestogov.com.

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the Clerk’s office during normal business hours. Such documents are also available online, subject to staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting, at the following website www.modestogov.com/councilmeetings In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) of 1990, the Fair Employment & Housing Act (“FEHA”), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), Government Code section 11135 and other applicable codes, the City of Modesto (“City”) will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. For more information, please visit the City of Modesto website at https://www.modestogov.com/865/Americans-with-Disabilities-Act-ADA In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk (209) 577-5396. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting
Any and all of the following agenda items are subject to action by the Modesto City Council.

PRESENTATIONS

1. Consider an informational update on the status of the terms for the Citizen Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committees. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) CITY CLERK; Diane Nayares-Perez, 209-577-5396, [email protected]

NEW BUSINESS

2. Consider interviewing and recommending an appointment for one vacancy on the City of Modesto Planning Commission with a term ending December 31, 2029 and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)  Motion recommending the appointment of one full-term vacancy on the City of Modesto Planning Commission with the term ending December 31, 2029, and forwarding to Council for approval.

CED; Jessica Hill, 209-577-5267, [email protected]

3. Consider the appointments to fill two vacancies to the City of Modesto Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC), with a term ending December 31, 2028, and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) - 3 -
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 Motion recommending appointments to fill two vacancies on the City of Modesto Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC), with a term ending December 31, 2028, and forwarding to Council for approval.

CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-571-5101, [email protected]

4. Consider the appointments of three vacancies to the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission for a four-year term from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029 and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)  Motion recommending the appointments three vacancies to the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission for a four-year term from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029 and forwarding to Council for approval.

ENGINEERING SERVICES; Toby Wells, 209-571-5542, [email protected]

5. Consider the appointment of ten members to the Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term from September 23, 2025, to August 31, 2027, and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
 Motion recommending the appointment of ten members to the Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term from September 23, 2025, to August 31, 2027, and forwarding to Council for approval.

PRN; John Skeel, 209-577-5216, [email protected]

ADJOURNMENT
Posted pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2 on the bulletin board at Tenth Street Place on at by
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CITY OF MODESTO

COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
DATE OF MEETING:

September 10, 2025
Date: August 22, 2025
TO: Appointments Committee
Eric Alvarez, Chair
Rosa Escutia-Braaton, Vice Chair
Jeremiah Williams, Member
THROUGH: Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
FROM: Diane Nayares-Perez, City Clerk
Christina Alger, Director of Human Resources
Allison Van Guilder, Deputy City Manager
SUBJECT: September update on Citizen Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committees terms
CONTACT: Diane Nayares-Perez, City Clerk
[email protected], 209-577-5396
DESCRIPTION:

Consider an informational update on the status of the terms for the Citizen Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committees. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) STRATEGIC PLAN ELEMENT:

This action supports the City’s Strategic Commitment 2025-2026, “Build Community trust in City Government through Responsive, Transparent and Efficient Service Delivery. Goal I. Promote Trust and Engagement between the Community and the City by enhancing responsiveness, communicating broadly about City opportunities and challenges, and increasing public participation in municipal affairs.”

BACKGROUND
In early 2024, the City introduced a new appointments process to ensure consistency and clarity in advisory member roles. This program aims to standardize practices across the City's 23 advisory bodies, which provide crucial input on community issues. A structured approach was needed to evaluate and document their contributions effectively.

One of the components of this new process is the presentation of the membership status of the Boards, Commissions, and Committees. This report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current membership status of each advisory body, facilitating preparation for the Maddy Act list and closely monitoring upcoming term expirations to ensure timely appointments for upcoming vacancies.
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September update on Citizen Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committees terms

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DISCUSSION:

The new appointments process involves presenting an annual report to the Appointments Committee each March. After review and acceptance, the Committee forwards the report to the City Council for formal approval. This procedure ensures that both the Committee and the Council have a comprehensive understanding of the activities and effectiveness of the City's advisory boards, commissions, and committees.

Staff will provide an overview of the appointments process twice a year, in March and September, along with the annual report in March. The reporting schedule:
 March: Annual Reports, summary of upcoming member participation, term expirations, and potential vacancies.
 September: Overview of upcoming term expirations with relevant details for preparation.

This structured reporting and process will improve the City’s management of its citizen advisory groups and ensure they meet their intended goals. The program also supports the City's focus on transparency, efficiency, and informed decision-making.

Below is a summary Board Term Rosters (current and upcoming vacancies) :

No Vacancies or Terms Expiring in 2025
Committee Status
Airport Advisory Committee
Audit Committee
Board of Building Appeals
Citizens Charter Review Committee currently inactive
Citizens Districting Commission currently inactive
Citizens Salary Setting Commission
Tentative Schedule for Applications Review by Appointments Committee Month Committees
September Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission (3 seats)
September Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (2 seats) September Planning Commission (1 seat)
September Youth Commission (10 seats)
December Blight Abatement Advisory Committee (2 seats)
December Board of Zoning Adjustment (2 seats)
December Citizens Housing & Community Development
Committee 2 seats)
December Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission (2 seats)
December Culture Commission (1 seat)
December Disabled Access Appeals Board (1 seat)
December Golf Courses Advisory Committee (4 seats)
December Landmark Preservation Commission (2 seats)
December Measure H Oversight Board (4 seats)
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Community Police Review Board
Downtown Improvement District
Entertainment Commission
Equity Commission
Forward Together inactive
There are 23 city boards, commissions, and committees comprising a total of 182 seats.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact related to this action.

RECOMMENDED COMMITTEE ACTION:

Staff Recommendations:

No action needed. Update on the status of Citizen Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committees terms.

Approved by:

Diane Nayares-Perez, City Clerk
Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
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CITY OF MODESTO

COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
DATE OF MEETING:

September 10, 2025
Date August 4, 2025
TO: Appointments Committee
Eric Alveraz, Chair
Rosa Escutia-Braaton, Vice Chair
Jeremiah Williams, Member
THROUGH: Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
FROM: Jessica Hill, Director of Community and Economic Development SUBJECT: Appointment to the Planning Commission
CONTACT: Jessica Hill, Director of Community and Economic Development [email protected] , 209-577-5267
DESCRIPTION:

Consider interviewing and recommending an appointment for one (1) vacancy on the City of Modesto Planning Commission with a term ending December 31, 2029, and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) STRATEGIC PLAN ELEMENT:

This action supports the City’s 2025-2026 Strategic Plan Goal I “Promote trust and engagement between the community and the City by enhancing responsiveness, communicating broadly about City opportunities and challenges, and increasing public participation in municipal affairs.”
BACKGROUND:

The Planning Commission is responsible for making decisions and recommendations regarding the development of the community. The Planning Commission has final authority regarding Subdivision Maps and Parcel Maps, certain zoning matters and Development Plans, and occasionally matters appealed either from the staff level or Board of Zoning Adjustment. The Planning Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding Annexations, Rezonings, Code Amendments and most General Plan-related matters. Seven (7) members are appointed by the City Council for a 4-year term, starting January 1st and ending December 31st.
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Section 11021 of the Charter of the City of Modesto authorizes the City Council to appoint members to various Boards and Commissions with the recommendation of the City’s Appointments Committee.

DISCUSSION:

Commissioner Hauselmann was appointed on January 14, 2025 by Reso No. 2025-05, which gave a partial term ending on December 31, 2025. During his time on the Planning Commission there have been a total of eleven (11) meetings he was eligible to attend, and Hans has attended ten (10) meetings. Hans Hauselmann is eligible to serve a first full term.

Commissioner Hans Hauselmann’s partial term ends on December 31, 2025, leaving a full-term vacancy on the Planning Commission. This vacancy is to be filled by a prospective candidate subject to interviews by the Appointments Committee, as required by Council policy, with final approval by the City Council.

Outreach for the Planning Commission vacancy included posting the vacancy in the Modesto Bee, emailing past applicants, and informing them of the vacancy, as well as emails to current members of all Planning Committees to send on to their colleagues to apply. In addition, the vacancy was advertised through the City of Modesto’s social media.

The Appointments Committee received four (4) applications for Planning Commission.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact related to this action.

RECOMMENDED COMMITTEE ACTION:

Staff Recommendations:

Motion recommending the appointment of one (1) full-term vacancy on the City of Modesto Planning Commission with the term ending December 31, 2029, and forwarding to Council for approval.

Approved by:

Jessica Hill, Director of
Community & Economic Development
Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
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Attachments:

1. Planning Commission By-Laws

2. Redacted PC Applications

3. Planning Commission Matrix
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City of Modesto

PLANNING COMMISSION
Rules and Regulations
August 2016
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Description Page
Dates of Adoption/Amendments……………………………………………………………………………………………1 ARTICLE I. – ORGANIZATION
Section 1.1 – Establishment………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2 ARTICLE II. – POWERS AND DUTIES
Section 2.1 – Enumerated…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2 ARTICLE III. - MEETINGS
Section 3.1 – Regular Meetings……………………………………………………………………………………… 2 Section 3.2 – Special Meetings………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Section 3.3 – Notice of Meetings……………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Section 3.4 – Place of Meetings……………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Section 3.5 – Quorum…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Section 3.6 – Meetings to be Public… ……………………………………………………………………………. 3 Section 3.7 – Seating and Roll Call Vote…………………………………………………………………………. 3 Section 3.8 – Attendance………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Section 3.9 – Agenda and Reports…………………………………………………………………………………. 4 Section 3.10 – Field Trips…............................................................................................... 4 Section 3.11 – Reading of the Minutes…………………………………………………………………………….4 Section 3.12 – Order of Business (Agendas)……………………………………………………………………. 4 ARTICLE IV. – PUBLIC HEARINGS
Section 4.1 – Public hearing Procedures…………………………………………………………………………. 4 ARTICLE V. – PLANNING COMMISSION ORGANIZATION
Section 5.1 – Membership……………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Section 5.2 – Term………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Section 5.3 – Appointment process………………………………………………………………………………. 6 ARTICLE VI. – ELECTION OF OFFICERS/TERMS OF OFFICE
Section 6.1 – Election of Officers…………………………………………………………………………………… 6 Section 6.2 – Terms of Office………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 ARTICLE VII. – OFFICERS
Section 7.1 – Enumerated…………………………………………………………………………………………….….… 7 Section 7.2 – Election of Officers…………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 ARTICLE VIII. – PROCEDURES, POWERS, DUTIES, AND STAFF
Section 8.1 – Designated………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 Section 8.2 – Secretary of the Commission……………………………………………………………………. 7 Section 8.3 – Recording Secretary…………………………………………………………………………………. 7 ARTICLE IX. – PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE
Section 9.1 – Rules of Order…………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 Section 9.2 – Rules of Debate……………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Section 9.3 – Rules for Processing of Motions…………………………………………………………………. 8 Section 9.4 – Parliamentarian……………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 ARTICLE X. – METHOD OF ACTION
Section 10.1 – Decisions……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 ARTICLE XI. – COMMITTEES
Section 11.1 – Special Committees………………………………………………………………………………… 9 #2..
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Adopted: February 5, 1957
Amended: October 7, 1958,
November 18, 1958
October 3, 1961
December 15, 1964
March 18, 1975
December 5, 1978
April 2, 1979
September 2, 1979
May 4, 1981
September 20, 1982
March 21, 1983
January 20, 1987
December 19, 1988
April 16, 1990
April 21, 1997
August 16, 1999
April 19, 2004
June 7, 2010
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ARTICLE I. ORGANIZATION
Section 1.1 Establishment
The Planning Commission of the City of Modesto, hereafter called “The Commission”, is established pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1 of Title X of the Modesto Municipal Code.

ARTICLE II. POWERS AND DUTIES
Section 2.1 Enumerated.

The Commission shall have the following powers and duties:
(a) Perform all of the functions assigned to a City Planning Commission by the statutes of the State Law relating to planning and zoning, insofar as they are not in consistent with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Modesto.
(b) Prepare and recommend the adoption, amendment, or repeal of a General Plan. (c) Advise and recommend to the proper officials of the City the approval, disapproval or modification of all land subdivision in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California, or as may be provided by the Municipal Code of the City of Modesto. (d) Hold hearings on planning and zoning matters as prescribed by the Modesto Municipal Code, or State law.
(d) Review and recommend to the City Council a capital improvements program budget. (e) Advise and recommend to the proper officials of the City regarding the acquisition, use, or disposition of all City-owned property.
(f) Advise and recommend to the Council on matters required by law or referred by the City Council.

ARTICLE III. MEETINGS
Section 3.1 Regular Meetings.

Prior to the first meeting of the coming year, a calendar of meetings shall be approved by the Planning Commission. The calendar adopted by the Planning Commission shall constitute the Schedule of Meetings. In preparing the calendar of meetings, the following shall serve as guidelines:
(a) Regular meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public and shall be held at 6:00 p.m. on the first and third Monday of each calendar month.
(b) If a regular meeting date falls on a legal holiday the meeting shall be held on the previous or following Monday.
(c) If all members are absent from any regular or adjourned meeting, the Secretary may declare the meeting adjourned to a stated time and place. If the Secretary does so, the Secretary shall cause written notice of the adjournment to be given in the same manner provided for special meetings. Whenever a regular or adjourned regular meeting is adjourned as provided in this #2..
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section, the resulting adjourned regular meeting is a regular meeting for all purposes. When an order of adjournment of any meeting fails to state the hour at which the adjourned meeting shall be held, it shall be held at the hour specified for the regular meeting which was adjourned.
(d) In preparing the calendar, a two-to-three-week interval between meetings shall be maintained, where possible.

Section 3.2 Special Meetings.

Special Meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public and shall be held at such time as the Commission may determine, or they may be called by the Chairperson any time where an emergency situation warrants such a meeting.

Section 3.3 Noticing of Meetings.

Noticing of all meetings shall be in conformance with State Planning Law and the Modesto Municipal Code.

Section 3.4 Place of Meetings.

All meetings shall be held in the official Council Chamber of the City of Modesto or in such other location of the City as may be designated by the Planning Commission or the Secretary thereto.

Section 3.5 Quorum.

A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.

Section 3.6 Meetings to be Public.

All meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public.

Section 3.7 Seating and Roll Call Vote.

The Commission shall be seated in alphabetical order. A roll call vote shall be taken upon the passage of all resolutions and be entered upon the journal of the proceedings of the Commission. Upon the request of any member, a roll call vote shall be taken and recorded on any vote. Whenever a roll call vote of the Commission is in order, the names of the members shall be called in the order seated, provided that the name of the presiding officer shall be called last. All members shall be required to vote. The affirmative or negative vote of a majority of the entire membership of the Commission shall be necessary for it to take action.

Section 3.8 Attendance.

Regular attendance at all meetings of the Commission is required of all members to enable the Commission to discharge the duties imposed upon it by law. If a member is absent from three (3) regular meetings of the Commission consecutively, without securing the permission of the Commission expressed in its official minutes, the member shall be deemed to have resigned from the Commission, and the member’s office shall become vacant.

Section 3.9 Agenda and Reports.

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with a report outlining all known facts in each case to be considered by the Commission, with such analysis as is necessary, including recommended action when appropriate. The agenda and all reports shall be delivered or mailed to each member of the Commission, the City Manager, and the City Attorney prior to the Commission meeting at which they are to be considered, as far as possible in advance of the meeting as time for preparation will permit. Matters not included on the agenda will not be acted upon by the Commission unless (a) a majority of the Commission determine that an emergency situation exists, or (b) the Commission, by a two-thirds vote, or if less than two-thirds of the members are present by a unanimous vote, determines that the need to take action arise subsequent to the agenda for the meeting being posted, or (c) the item was on a properly posted agenda for a prior meeting of the Commission occurring not more than five (5) days prior to the meeting at which the action is taken.

Section 3.10 Field Trips.

In cases where a view of the premises will assist the Commission in making a decision, a field trip may be arranged by City planning staff prior to the meeting.

Section 3.11 Reading of the Minutes.

Unless the reading of the minutes of a previous Commission meeting is requested by a member of the Commission, such minutes may be approved without reading if the Secretary has previously furnished each member of the Commission with a copy thereof.

Section 3.12 Order of Business (Agendas).

Order of business at any regular meeting shall be as follows:
a. Roll Call
b. Approval of Minutes
c. Consent and Joint Public Hearing Items
d. Public Hearings
e. Other Business
f. Oral Communications
g. Matters too Late for the Agenda
h. Adjournment
ARTICLE IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Section 4.1 Public Hearing Procedures.

The following rules shall govern the conduct of public hearings:
(a) The Chairperson opens the public hearing, and calls for a presentation by staff. (b) At the opening of the hearing, staff describes the item under consideration and presents staff report and recommendation.
(c) The Planning Commission may ask questions of staff through the Chair. (d) At the conclusion of the presentation by staff, applicant (or proponents) is given first opportunity to speak and/or make a presentation, of any materials, exhibits, documents or other physical evidence.
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(e) For appeals, the Appelant’s presentation would precede the Applicant’s. (f) At the conclusion of the presentation by the applicant or proponents, any persons who oppose the application may make a presentation, and present any materials, exhibits, documents or other physical evidence.
(g) All exhibits, documents or other physical evidence used by applicant or other interested parties during the hearings, will be introduced into evidence and will become part of the record and retained by the Secretary until the decision becomes final. (h) Members of the public wishing to speak on an item shall not be required to be sworn. Each speaker will be required to approach the microphone and give their full name and address for the record before testifying.
(i) The Planning Commission may ask questions of the speaker, through the Chair. (j) The reading of details of letters and petitions by the persons submitting them may be permitted provided the material is not overly lengthy. Speakers will be asked to summarize written material. Such documents may be filed with the Secretary and the Secretary shall mark them as having been received for the limited purpose of showing the names of the persons protesting or supporting the application.
(k) While it is desirable in a democratic process to permit every person an unlimited right to speak, such a right unduly prolongs a public hearing and clouds the basic issue if the evidence presented is merely repetitious. Therefore, whenever necessary, the Chairperson may state that repetitious evidence is to be avoided. Similarly, testimony and evidence which is incompetent, irrelevant or immaterial may be foreclosed by the Chairperson. If such improper evidence is received, it shall not be considered by the Commission in reaching its decision. (l) The Commission may establish special rules for individual items of business, establishing time limits for presentations and requiring presentations to be made through spokespersons, if possible.
(m) After those in favor or opposed to an application have been heard, the Chairperson will ask for the recommendation of staff and the reasons for such recommendation. After such recommendation, both the applicant and opponent, if any, shall be given a limited amount of time to summarize their position or respond to the recommendation, after which the Chairperson shall close the public portion of the hearing. (n) The Commission should discuss the issues involved and make its decision only after hearing the evidence presented at the public hearing. Discussion of the matter by members of the Commission concurrently with or immediately following the staff’s factual report and before the public has an opportunity to present its point of view may influence the Commission action. Therefore, except for questions by the Commission to obtain or clarify the facts, discussion of the matter by Commission members should be delayed until after the public hearing is closed and the matter is presented to the Commission for discussion and decision. (o) The Commission may conduct a field trip to view the property involved in the public hearing. All field trips shall be taken as part of a regular, adjourned regular or special meeting of the Commission and all interested persons will be afforded the opportunity to be present to hear any reports or comments. A complete record of such field trip will be entered into the minutes so the record will indicate that the field trip was taken into consideration as evidence. If a Commissioner has personal knowledge of the property area, the Commissioner should make a #2..
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statement to that effect at the time of the hearing so the record will reflect everything being taken into consideration in making the final decision.
(p) Commissioners are responsible for ensuring that the public hearing is conducted in a fair and impartial manner. If a Commissioner receives personal contact or telephone calls outside of the public hearing which concerns a matter pending before or of interest to the Planning Commission, he or she shall disclose the substance and nature of the contact or call at the public hearing. If written materials are presented to the Commission by an applicant or member of the public, a copy must be made available for public review by filing the materials with the Secretary at least three (3) days in advance of the meeting at which the item or matter is scheduled to be considered or at the time the materials are provided to any Commissioner, whichever is earliest.
(q) Summary of Procedure for Conduct of Public Hearings by the Modesto City Planning Commission:
1) Opening of public hearing.
2) Staff Report and (optional) recommendation.
3) Applicant’s presentation.
4) Opposition presentation.
5) Staff recommendation.
6) Summation by applicant and opposition.
7) Close of public portion of hearing.
8) Discussion and decision by Commission.

ARTICLE V - PLANNING COMMISSION ORGANIZATION
Section 5.1 Membership.

The Planning Commission shall consist of seven members.

Section 5.2 Term.

The term of the Planning Commissioners shall be set by the City Council by resolution.

Section 5.3 Appointment Process.

The City Council shall appoint all members of the Planning Commission pursuant to applicable provisions of the Municipal Code.

ARTICLE VI - ELECTION OF OFFICERS/TERMS OF OFFICE
Section 6.1 Election of Officers.

As soon as practical following the first day of January of each year, the Commission shall elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

Section 6.2 Terms of Office.

The Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson shall hold offices for one (1) year.

ARTICLE VII. - OFFICERS
Section 7.1 Enumerated.

The officers of the Commission shall be:
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A Chairperson, whose duties shall be to preside at all meetings and call special meetings; and A Vice Chairperson, who shall, in the absence of the Chairperson, perform the duties of the Chairperson.

ARTICLE VIII. - PROCEDURES, POWERS, DUTIES, AND STAFF
Section 8.1 Designated.

The provisions of the Municipal Code of the City of Modesto pertaining to procedures, powers, duties, and staff shall prevail.

Section 8.2 Secretary of the Commission.

The Director of the Community & Economic Development Department or his/her designee shall serve as Secretary to the Commission. The Secretary shall keep a written record of all business transacted by the Commission, notify Commission members of meetings, and keep the official records of the Commission. Upon the direction of the Commission, the Secretary shall perform such other secretarial duties as the Commission may require.

Section 8.3 Recording Secretary.

The recording secretary shall assist the Secretary of the Commission in fulfilling the responsibilities of administering to the needs of the Commission, including attending meetings to take audio recordings of the meetings, preparing minutes of all meetings, maintaining personnel records of the Commissioners and coordinating meeting schedules.

ARTICLE IX. - PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE
Section 9.1 Rules of Order.

Except as otherwise provided in these rules and regulations, all meetings of the Commission shall be conducted in accordance with the following rules and procedures.

Section 9.2 Rules of Debate.

The Chairperson, or such other member of the Planning Commission as may be presiding, may move, second and debate from the chair, subject only to such limitations of debate as are by these rules imposed upon all members. The Chairperson shall not be deprived of any of the rights and privileges of a Commission member by acting as the Presiding Officer. (a) Getting the floor. Every member desiring to speak shall address the chair, and, upon recognition by the Presiding Officer, shall address only the question under debate, avoiding all personalities and indecorous language.
(b) Interruptions. A member once recognized, shall not be interrupted when speaking other than by the Presiding Officer to call the member to order, or as herein otherwise provided. If a member, while speaking, be called to order, the member shall cease speaking until the question of order be determined, and, if in order, the member shall be permitted to proceed. (c) Privilege of closing debate. The Commission member moving the adoption of a resolution or motion shall have the privilege of closing the debate.
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(d) Remarks of Commission member. A Commission member may request through the Presiding Officer, the privilege of having an abstract of the member’s statement on any subject under consideration by the Commission entered in the minutes. If the Commission consents thereto, such statement shall be entered in the minutes.
(e) Synopsis of debate. The Secretary may be directed by the Presiding Officer, with the consent of the Commission, to enter in the minutes a synopsis of the discussion on any question coming regularly before the Commission.

Section 9.3 Rules for Processing of Motions.
(a) Making and withdrawing motions. When a motion is made, it shall be stated clearly and concisely by its mover. After a motion is made, it may be stated by the Presiding Officer before debate. A motion may be withdrawn by the mover without the consent of the remaining Commission members.
(b) Divisible propositions. If the question contains two (2) or more divisible propositions, the Presiding Officer may, and upon request of a Commission member shall, divide the same. (c) Precedence of motions. When a motion is before the Commission, no motion shall be entertained except (precedence in order indicating):
1) To adjourn.
2) To fix hour of adjournment.
3) To lay on the table.
4) For the previous question.
5) To postpone to a certain day.
6) To refer.
7) To amend.
8) To postpone indefinitely.
(d) Motion to adjourn. A motion to adjourn shall be in order any time except as follows:
1) When repeated without intervening business or discussion. 2) When made as an interruption of a member while speaking. 3) When the previous question has been ordered.
4) While a vote is being taken.

A motion to adjourn to “another time” is debatable only as to the time to which the meeting is adjourned.
(e) Motion to table. A motion to table or lay on the table is not debatable and shall preclude all amendments or debate of the subject under consideration. If the motion shall prevail, the matter may be “taken from the table” only by a successful motion to add it to the agenda at a subsequent meeting, to be discussed at the following regular meeting. (f) Motion for previous question. A motion for previous question shall close debate on the main motion and shall be undebatable. The statement by a Commission member “I call for the question” does not accomplish the same purpose. If a motion fails, debate is reopened, if motion passes, then vote shall be taken on the main motion. #2..
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(g) Motion to amend. A motion to amend shall be in order and is debatable only as to the proposed amendment. A motion to amend an amendment shall not be in order. Amendments are to be voted first, then the main motion as amended.
(h) Motion to postpone. A motion to postpone indefinitely shall be fully debatable and if the same is adopted the principal motion shall be declared lost. A motion to postpone to a definite time shall be amendable and debatable as to propriety of postponement and time set. (i) Motion to refer. A motion to refer to staff or to a Commission committee shall not be debatable except for the propriety of referring.
(j) Motion to reconsider. A motion to reconsider any action taken by the Commission may be made only on the day such action was taken. It may be made either immediately during the same session, or at a recessed or adjourned session thereof. Such motion must be made by one of the prevailing side, but may be seconded by any member, and may be made at any time and shall be debatable. Nothing herein shall be construed to prevent a Commission member of the prevailing side from remaking the same motion at a subsequent meeting of the Commission. In such an event, the person desiring to remake the motion for reconsideration shall submit a written request for reconsideration to the Commission Secretary, who shall place the matter on the agenda for the next regular meeting of the Commission.

Section 9.4 Parliamentarian.

The Chairperson, acting with the advice of the City Attorney, shall decide all questions of interpretation of these rules and any other questions of a parliamentary nature which may arise at a Planning Commission meeting.

ARTICLE X. - METHOD OF ACTION
Section 10.1 Decisions.

All decisions of the Commission required by the provisions of the Zoning and Subdivision Regulations shall be by resolution. All other determinations of the Commission may be by motion, except when otherwise required by law.

ARTICLE XI. - COMMITTEES
Section 11.1 Special Committees.

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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
11/04/2024 4:50 PM (PST)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) of 1990, the Fair Employment & Housing Act (“FEHA”), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended), Government Code section 11135 and other applicable codes, the City of Modesto (“City”) will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of disability in the City’s services, programs, or activities. For more information, please visit the City of Modesto website.

Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is responsible for making decisions and recommendations regarding the development of the community. The Planning Commission has final authority regarding subdivision maps and parcel maps, certain zoning matters and development plans, and occasionally matters appealed either from the staff level or Board of Zoning Adjustment. The Planning Commission makes recommendations to the City Council regarding annexations, rezonings, code amendments and most General Plan-related matters.

Membership Requirements: Commissioners must be a registered voter in the City of Modesto. Please note that application for this committee requires a financial disclosure statement (Statement of Economic Interests - Form 700) under State law.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
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No
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Qualifications
I understand that I must be a registered voter in the City of Modesto to apply for this committee or commission.

Yes

I am a professor of history an Modesto Junior College and am active in college community activities directly associated with civic engagement. My most recent experience is in the development in our Democracy in the Public Space Lecture Series. The School of Behavioral and Social Sciences’ Democracy in the Public Space is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community dialogue on the principles of democracy, civic responsibility, and community involvement. Through an engaging series of lectures, discussions, and an educational poster campaign, we aim to inspire active participation in the political process, to address societal challenges, and to cultivate a culture of informed and engaged citizenship. This lecture series has hosted local political leaders and students and how they have participated in making change in their communities. Our series also showcased the history of relining and property ownership in Modesto. As a member of our Academic Senate I have worked closely with others on issues of diversity, equity and inclusion and a representative of my school, parliamentarian on the Senate Executive Committee, and Senate representative on our College Council and District Policy and Procedures Committee.

I am eager to support Modesto’s vision for balanced growth, sustainable development, and inclusive planning. My background in history, community engagement, and equity-focused leadership, combined with my tenure at Modesto Junior College, gives me a unique perspective on the importance of preserving our region’s heritage while fostering a vibrant future.

My personal investment in Modesto’s future runs deep. From my family’s longstanding connection to this community to my ongoing contributions as an educator and leader, I am genuinely committed to supporting Modesto’s growth and development. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute my expertise in analyzing historical and social factors to help the Planning Commission make decisions that will shape a dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable future for all Modesto residents.

Through my academic and professional experience, I have cultivated skills that align with the Commission’s mandate to guide thoughtful development decisions and provide comprehensive recommendations to the City Council. I am accustomed to evaluating historical context, assessing competing interests, and fostering open dialogue to support policies that reflect the community’s needs and values. I bring a commitment to data-informed decision-making, collaboration, and accountability—qualities essential to ensuring that Modesto’s growth is not only strategic but also reflective of the diverse voices within our community.

As an active participant in Modesto Junior College’s initiatives, I have experience engaging with both staff and students to promote equitable policies, facilitate effective program implementation, and lead conversations around sustainability, inclusivity, and community impact. My role in the Academic Senate and various committees has involved advocating for fair practices, increasing accessibility, and creating resources that improve community members’ experience—a practice I hope to continue on a larger scale with the Planning Commission.

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Community Group
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11/04/2024
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SERVICE
● Democracy in the Public Space Lecture Series, Founding Committee member, panel leader, media, marketing, website management
● Academic Senate, Modesto Junior College: Executive Committee, Parliamentarian, Legislative Analyst; Adjunct-at-Large Senator, Fall 2015-Present, College Council Representative, Faculty Handbook Workbook Co-chair, YCCD Board Policies & Procedures Committee representative ● Guided Pathways Implementation Team (PIT Crew) and Steering Committee, Modesto Junior College (Fall 2017-Present): Communications Coordinator, Discipline Faculty Point Person for History, School of Behavioral and Social Sciences/School of Arts, Performance and the Humanities (2019-Present)
● Leading from the Middle: Central Valley I and II: Guided Pathways Implementation and Onboarding (2018-2019); Facilitator and Coach, Curriculum Committee, RP Group’s Leading From the Middle (January 2018-Present)
● MJC LGBTQ+ Mentor, Modesto Junior College, MJC LGBTQ+ Advocates, 2019-Present ● O.R.I.A.S. Online World History Cohort, UC Berkeley Office of Resources for International and Asian Studies, 2019-Present
● Regular and Effective Contact Online and Training and Collaboration, Modesto Junior College, 2018
● FTIC (First Time in College) Coordinator and Planning Committee, Modesto Junior College, Spring 2018-2021
● Delta College Pride Center Advisory Committee, San Joaquin Delta Community College, Spring 2017
● Online Teaching and Learning Conferences, Anaheim, 2015, 2017, 2018 ● Umoja Training: Pedagogy of the Oppressed, Modesto Junior College, 2018-Present ● CCC+LGBT Summer ‘17, UC Riverside, 2017
● Faculty Equity Institute, Center of Urban Education, University of Southern California, Modesto Junior College, 2018
● Stop the Hate Train the Trainer, Napa Valley College, April 2017 ● Safe Space Training, Campus Pride, 2018
● Academic Senate for California Community Colleges, Spring Plenary, 2017 ● On Course I Workshop, Menlo Park, 2017
● Faculty Learning Community, Modesto Junior College, 2017 ● Stanislaus County Academic Decathlon, Speech and Interview Judge, 2016-2018 ● Central Valley Region Success and Equity Conference, Modesto Junior College, 2016 ● Online Instruction Academy, Modesto Junior College, 2015

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
● Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society
● American Historical Association
● Organization of American Historians
● GLBT Historical Association

CERTIFICATES
● @ONE Training: Digital Citizenship (2019)
● Safe Space Training, Campus Pride (2017)
● Stop the Hate Trainer, Napa Valley College (2017)
● On Course I Workshop, Certificate of Completion (May 24-27, 2016) ● Blackboard to Canvas, Modesto Junior College (2016)
● Etudes 101 Certificate of Completion, San Joaquin Delta College (2017) ● Introduction to Blackboard and Advanced Online Education, Modesto Junior College (2014) #2..
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REFERENCES
● Curtis Martin, Professor, History, Modesto Junior College (209) 575-6264 [email protected] ● Eileen Kerr, Professor, History, Modesto Junior College (209) 575-6134 [email protected] ● Eva Mo, Professor, History and Honors Program, Modesto Junior College (209) 575-6105 [email protected]
● Robert Stevenson, Professor, Arts and Humanities, Guided Pathways Coordinator, Modesto Junior College (209) 575-6801 [email protected]
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/14/2025 9:43 AM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

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Open seat
No
No

Yes

Landmark Preservation Commission
10/21/2024
10/21/2025
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Applicant Information & Background
Mark
Farrish
Truck Driver
Modesto
California
95350
9th grade some college
Document Uploads
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Qualifications
I understand that I must be a registered voter in the City of Modesto to apply for this committee or commission.

Yes

Truck Driver warehouse

Applied before

Land Mark Preservation Commission
Want to learn more about how the planning committee helps out the city

Truck Driver have knowledge of roads. I understand that homes and businesses go together
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Victoria Slater
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Signature Agreement
08/14/2025
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
12/18/2024 6:06 PM (PST)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

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Applicant Information & Background
Lantz
Rey
Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal for Cosumnes Fire (Elk grove and Galt) Modesto
California
95356
I have, a bachelors degree in social science and Masters Degree in Public Administration.

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Qualifications
I understand that I must be a registered voter in the City of Modesto to apply for this committee or commission.

Yes

Prior to my Fire Service career, I was a City Planner for the City of Manteca and the City of Ceres.

I am the President of the board of directors for Valley Caps, which is an organization that runs day schools for disabled adults in San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties, including a new location on Campis Way in Modesto.

I would like to apply my knowledge and experience in the development field to benefit the community I live in.

I have an understanding of the difficulties faced by both staff and developers during the entitlement process. I have 20 years experience working towards solutions to common development problems.

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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
I looked this up on my own
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Signature Agreement
12/18/2024
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
11/26/2024 1:41 PM (PST)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies. replacing any of the outgoing members whose term expires 1/1/2025 No
No

No
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Qualifications
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Yes

25+ years employment as Human Resources Professional with major manufacturing companies throughout the Central Valley including Foster Farms, Con Agra Foods, Dole Fresh Vegetables, and Simwon America Corp. My experience includes overseeing operations and administration where I worked with City Planning Departments and ensured OSHA compliance in buildings.

Additionally, working with businesses through the Small Business Development Centers has allowed me the opportunity to learn what businesses need. I am OSHA 10 certified, and I am a business owner and founder of the non-profit Be Anything Museum and Business Resource Center here in Modesto.

Modesto Chamber of Commerce: Ambassador, and serve on the Women in Business committee
Stanislaus Co. Workforce Development: Business Development Committe Central Valley SHRM-Board VP
Stan. Co. EAC-Founder/Board Member
Merced Co. EAC -Founder/Board Member
Mc Henry Museum and Historical Society-Board Member
Central Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (prior): Board Secretary, Foundation Board President, Board Member & Ambassador
The City of Modesto has too many empty buildings. The restrictions to improving buildings make it difficult for potential tenants/landlords/building owners to fill these buildings. I want to help beautify Modesto by ensuring buildings are zoned correctly for potential owners/tenants/landlords, and get them filled. Someday, I hope to own my own building (workshare space/office building)

The qualities I will bring to this committee include management skills, bilingual (Spanish/English), decision maker, not afraid to speak, business owner experience, and experience as a business advisor and consultant, advocate for small businesses, experience with large businesses.

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Other (Please specify)
City of Modesto website
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Signature Agreement
11/26/2024
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LOURDES V. URANDAY, MBA-HRM

MODE S T O, CA

HU MA N RE SO U R C ES PR O FE SSI O N A L/BU SI N E SS A D V I SO R Offering a 20+ year HR and strategic business partner career with extensive background in business consulting, economic development programs, and manufacturing industries; directing human resources and administration, staff development, and leading collective bargaining/negotiations in both public and private sectors; budget planning and oversight, management coaching and training in human resources and business best practices; establishing policies, benefits administration, training and maintaining employment law compliance and multiple site and plant/business start-up responsibility.

Bilingual/Biliterate (Spanish/English). Capable of planning and directing the full range of business incentive programs, HR services, and operations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Principal Consultant/ CEO, 8/2014 to Present
Lourdes Uranday Consulting
Self-employed providing human resources consultation to small businesses.

Provide business consultation and advising for private employers, non-profits, and SBDCs throughout California. Provide advising and consultation for business start-ups, conducting educational workshops to business owners and staff, development of employee handbooks, policy, and procedure guidance, advising on employee relations and recruitment, including all facets of human resources. Assist clients with grant writing, tax credit referrals, capital funding, and business resources to energy efficient lighting through PG&E OBF.

Executive Director/Founder, 7/2024 to Present
Be Anything Museum and Business Resource Center (non-profit) Executive Director, 10/2021-12/2022
PACT-Modesto, CA (Covering all of California)
Employment and Training Center working with businesses and workforce development organizations. • Responsible for research, communications and continuous improvement activities supporting PACT Center Partnerships.
• Ensure efficient and effective execution of all Workforce Development initiatives, including customized training for business and industry, non-profit and government sectors, regional workforce development programs, professional and career training programs and job placement activities.
• Support center strategic goals in collaboration with senior leadership and stakeholders. • Oversee the local marketplace while identifying and evaluating innovative strategies and solutions.

Sr. Manager, Human Resources, 11/2020-4/2021

FOSTER FARMS-LIVINGSTON, CA
Food Manufacturing facility
• Management business partner and consultant ensuring legal compliance in employment, labor relations and human resources practices partnering with Plant Managers for the manufacturing operations at the Livingston Complex.
• Provide practical advice in employment matters with hiring, leave of absences, wage and hour compliance, union matters, investigations, benefits, terminations, employee relations, workers’ compensation to protect against legal exposure and to support human resources initiatives. • Manage relationship with on-site medical facility.
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Lourdes V. Uranday
2 Sr. Manager, Human Resources/Administration, 4/2018-11/2020

SIMWON AMERICA CORP-LATHROP, CA
Tier 1 provider of auto body parts for Tesla, Inc.
• Senior management business partner and consultant ensuring legal compliance in employment and human resources practices advising Korean senior department managers in local policy. Provide practical advice in employment matters with hiring, leave of absences, wage and hour compliance, investigations, benefits, terminations, employee relations, workers’ compensation to protect against legal exposure and to support human resources initiatives. • Oversee the company human resources department and administration; select, direct, supervise and evaluate 7 full-time direct reports.
• Administer vendor contracts for 277,000 sq. ft. building lease, equipment, and facility, including company’s general liability insurance, healthcare benefit plans, 401k, and annual renewals.

Successfully negotiated rates, and lease to purchase contract for new building ($40M project including laser machine, hot press forming equipment, robotic arms and building purchase). • Collaborated with San Joaquin County and City of Lathrop Officials to obtain first $120,000 Employer Training Panel (ETP) contract to provide 48 company employees over 5000 hours of training; and processed Economic Development grant with PG&E to obtain 18% discount totaling over $300,000 in annual savings in electrical bill for two facilities. • Established partnerships with Stanislaus and San Joaquin Counties to obtain and complete over $22,000 in on-the-job (OJT) training contract reimbursements to the company for 10/2018- 10/2019.
• Drafted, and trained management on a broad scope of topics including California labor laws, compensation plans and relocation policy, and collaborated with local and international Korean parent-company officials to establish employee handbook listing local policies and procedures, including Injury Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP).
• Management of the human resources function including recruitment processes and staffing; employee relations; plant safety; development of policies and procedures; vendor contract negotiations and establishing community partnerships at the City, County, and State levels.

ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Labor Relations Representative, 2/2013 to 4/2018

CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CSEA), SAN JOSE, CA Union contract negotiator and labor relations for Classified School Employees Human Resources Business Partner, 8/2009 to 9/2012
CVS Pharmacy Distribution Center, Patterson, CA and IHELP, Inc., Manteca, CA Temporary Assignments providing human resources consultation Provided management consultation for labor negotiations, HR department re-organization and cultural sensitivity training.

Plant Human Resources Manager, 4/2008 to 8/2009
ConAgra Foods, Modesto, CA/Fernley, NV
Manufacturer of dehydrated and frozen vegetables
Multi-facility HR manager; union contract negotiations; management consultant Human Resources Manager, 4/2004 to 4/2008
Dole Fresh Vegetables, Soledad, CA/Yuma, AZ
Manufacturer of ready-made salad with workforce of 1000 union hourly and 50 salaried staff Secured $452,000 ETP Grant, Cal-STAR Safety Certified, recipient President’s Achievement Award 2005 #2..
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Lourdes V. Uranday
3 EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX — Fresno, CA
Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Human Resource Management, Completion: Sept/2016 Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration, Completion: Oct/1998 CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO — Fresno, CA
Business Management Major-Completed courses in Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, and general education studies

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
➢ CENTRAL VALLEY SHRM (CVHRMA)
Board Vice-President/Member-2023-Present
➢ CALIFORNIA EMPLOYER ADVISORY COUNCIL (CEAC)
VP Region 3 (Merced County up through Yuba County)-2023-Present ➢ MERCED CO EMPLOYER ADVISORY COUNCIL (EAC)-MERCED, CA
Board Membere and founder-2023-present
➢ STANISLAUS EMPLOYER ADVISOR COUNCIL (EAC)-MODESTO, CA Board Member and founder-2020-present *CA EAC 2021 Outstanding Chairperson award ➢ LATHROP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE — LATHROP, CA
Board Member 2018 to 2020
➢ CENTRAL VALLEY HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE — STANISLAUS COUNTY Member since 2012; Board Member and served as Board Secretary 2/2017-4/2018 ➢ MADERA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD – MADERA, CA
Labor Representative-CSEA Fresno 2014-2015
➢ GREATER STOCKTON EMPLOYER ADVISORY COUNCIL (GSEAC)— STOCKTON, CA Member since 2011; GSEAC Board Member 2011-2013-Served as Veteran’s Chair #2..
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Planning Commission Hans Hauselmann Mark Farrish Lantz Rey Lourdes Uranday District 3 3 1 3
Occupation Professor at MJC Truck driver
Asst. Fire Chief /Fire Marshal for
Cosumnes (Elk Grove and Galt) Principal Consultant CEO
Education University - BA & MA Left Blank BA & MA
MBA, HRM, BS Business
Administration
Resident of Modesto? Yes Yes Yes Yes
Registered Voter? Yes Yes Yes Yes
Registered in Stanislaus
County? Yes Yes Yes Yes y
City of Modesto
employee? No No NO
Relevant experience
FTIC-Coordinator and Planning
Committee, Delta College Pride
Center Advisory Committee, Faculty
Institute, Leading from the Middle:

Central Valley I and II Left Blank
Prior experience as a city Planner for
Maneca and Ceres, and an
understanding of the difficulties
faced by both staff and developers
during the entitlement process, with
20 years experience working towards
solutions to common development
problems.

I am a business owner and founder
of the non-profit Be Anything
Museum and Business Resource
Center in Modesto.

Community Involvement See Application and Resume Left Blank Board of Director for Valley Caps a
organization for disabled adults. See Application and Resume Which characteristic do
you meet? general general general general
What about this
position interests you?
I am genuinely committed to
supporting Modesto's growth and
development. I look forward to the
opportunity to contribute my
expertise in analyzing historical and
social factors to help the Planning
Commission make decisions that
will shape a dynamic, inclusive and
sustainable future for all Modesto
residents.

I'm an invested long time resident of
Modesto, and recent home-owner
who has a commitment to my
community. Working in the
construction industry, I've seen the
economic impact of new
developments to the right area. This
committee perfectly aligned with my
interest in the local housing
community and development of
Modesto.

I would like to apply my knowledge
and experience in the development
field to benefit the community I live
in.

I want to help beautify Modesto by
ensuring buildings are zoned
correctly for potential
owners/tenants/landlords, and get
them filled. Someday, I hope to own
my own building.
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CITY OF MODESTO

COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
DATE OF MEETING:

September 10, 2025
Date: August 7, 2025
TO: Appointments Committee
Eric Alvarez, Chair
Rosa Escutia-Braaton, Vice-Chair
Jeremiah Williams, Member
THROUGH: Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
FROM: Jessica Hill, Director of Community and Economic Development SUBJECT: Two Appointments to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee CONTACT: Edgar Garcia, Community Development Manager,
[email protected], 209-571-5101
DESCRIPTION:

Consider the appointments to fill two (2) vacancies to the City of Modesto Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC), with a term ending December 31, 2028, and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
STRATEGIC PLAN ELEMENT:

This action supports the City’s 2025-2026 Strategic Commitment, Goal I: “Promote trust and engagement between the community and the City by enhancing responsiveness, communicating, broadly about City opportunities and challenges, and increasing public participation in municipal affairs.”
BACKGROUND:

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC) is responsible for reviewing and approving loans issued as part of the City’s Homeowner Rehabilitation Program. The HRLC includes seven (7) members that are appointed by the City Council for a 4-year term, with one (1) alternate member from the Citizens Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC).

Section 11021 of the Charter of the City of Modesto authorizes the City Council to appoint members to various Boards and Commissions with the recommendation of the City’s Appointments Committee.

DISCUSSION:
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Appointments Committee, September 10, 2025
Two Appointments to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee

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There are currently three (3) vacancies on the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee, one (1) Citizen-at-Large, one (1) financial institution representative, and one (1) service provider. These vacancies are to be filled by prospective candidates, recommended by the Appointments Committee, with final approval by the City Council. The candidate(s) would be appointed to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee with a term expiration date of December 31, 2028.

As there currently is a vacancy for the Financial Institutions representative role, applicant Erick Winchester has thirty years of experience working in mortgage banking and is a qualified candidate for the role. Additionally, there is also a vacancy for another Citizen-at-Large role. We have two candidates, Dewey Bedford Jr. and Cindy Fraze who are both suitable candidates for the position. Dewey has served on other City of Modesto committees such as the Culture Commission and the Citizens Housing and Community Development Committee. Cindy currently works as the owner of a real estate brokerage and has experience supporting local community organizations such as the Red Cross.

There are currently no eligible candidates for the vacancy of the service provider representative, and staff will continue to solicit applications for this position. Citizen applications for vacant committee positions are accepted online and the attached applicants applied in July 2025 indicating interest in various committees, including the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee.

We received a total of three (3) applications and of those, staff were able to confirm all individuals remain interested in the positions.

Outreach for the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee vacancies included posting the vacancy in the Modesto Bee and across the City’s website and social media by the City’s Communication and Media Relations Team, which ran on multiple occasions beginning January 2025.

Additionally, city staff conducted targeted outreach to community members to seek additional applications for the committee.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.

RECOMMENDED COMMITTEE ACTION:

Staff Recommendations:

Motion recommending appointments to fill two (2) vacancies on the City of Modesto Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC), with a term ending December 31, 2028, and forwarding to Council for approval.

Approved by:

Jessica Hill, Director of Community and Economic
Development
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Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
Attachments:

1. Application(s)

2. Matrix

3. HRLC Bylaws
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
07/23/2025 4:49 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee
The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee shall be responsible for reviewing and approving the City of Modesto’s (City) housing rehabilitation loans and grants and for reviewing policy and procedures for the program.

Please note that application for this committee requires a financial disclosure statement (Statement of Economic Interests - Form 700) under State of California laws.

Membership Requirements:

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee shall consist of seven (7) qualified persons and one (1) alternate comprised of the following:
1 Councilmember and 1 alternate (appointed by the Mayor) Financial Institution – Representative
Citizen’s Housing & Community Development Committee Representative (Alternate) Service Provider
General Contractor
Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority – Representative
2 Citizen-at-Large
Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

Service Provider or Citizen at Large
Yes

Yes

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee
07/23/2025
Submission ID: f2217c9c-bd59-409c-b5bd-df03ea57ad6c Page 1/7 #3..
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07/23/2026
Submission ID: f2217c9c-bd59-409c-b5bd-df03ea57ad6c Page 2/7 #3..
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Applicant Demographics
City of Modesto invites all applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race/ethnicity, veteran status and disability. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide will not affect the application process. The information will be kept confidential and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement.

Submission ID: f2217c9c-bd59-409c-b5bd-df03ea57ad6c Page 4/7 #3..
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Qualifications
No

REAL ESTATE industry for 30 years, Certified Residential Specialist, Department of Real Estate

Participation in obtaining food trucks for Stanislaus Second Harvest, Light the World-Giving Machine
Helping homeowners

Real Estate expertise
Submission ID: f2217c9c-bd59-409c-b5bd-df03ea57ad6c Page 5/7 #3..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
friend recommended
Submission ID: f2217c9c-bd59-409c-b5bd-df03ea57ad6c Page 6/7 #3..
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Signature Agreement
07/23/2025
Application Disclosure
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.

Yes, I confirm and acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that my application is a public document and may be disclosed upon request.

Thank you for providing this information. After clicking ‘Submit’ you will receive a Submission ID number that can be retained for future reference.

You will be updated by our staff as your submission is processed.

Have a great day!
Submission ID: f2217c9c-bd59-409c-b5bd-df03ea57ad6c Page 7/7 #3..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
07/25/2025 5:33 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Please note that application for this committee requires a financial disclosure statement (Statement of Economic Interests - Form 700) under State of California laws.

Membership Requirements:

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee
No
No

Yes

Culture Commission
Submission ID: 8649f884-5582-4c54-b0a7-e0ccad8e568b Page 1/7 #3..
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05/01/2024
05/01/2025
Submission ID: 8649f884-5582-4c54-b0a7-e0ccad8e568b Page 2/7 #3..
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Applicant Information & Background
Dewey
Bedford jr
Marketing
Yes-48 years of LIFE...

Elementary
Middle school
High School
College
Trade School
Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.

Submission ID: 8649f884-5582-4c54-b0a7-e0ccad8e568b Page 3/7 #3..
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Applicant Demographics
City of Modesto invites all applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race/ethnicity, veteran status and disability. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide will not affect the application process. The information will be kept confidential and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement.

Submission ID: 8649f884-5582-4c54-b0a7-e0ccad8e568b Page 4/7 #3..
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Qualifications
No

Real Estate School
Community Experience

City Councilman Williams

I Volunteer with non-profit groups that work with the community I am very interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the operational aspects and functionalities of this program, as I aspire to effectively and competently support individuals who are seeking assistance and resources provided by this program.

Leadership- Bipartisanship- Integrity - Honesty - Vision Submission ID: 8649f884-5582-4c54-b0a7-e0ccad8e568b Page 5/7 #3..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
City Councilman Williams
Submission ID: 8649f884-5582-4c54-b0a7-e0ccad8e568b Page 6/7 #3..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
07/22/2025 9:32 AM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Please note that application for this committee requires a financial disclosure statement (Statement of Economic Interests - Form 700) under State of California laws.

Membership Requirements:

Lender
No
No

No
Submission ID: 66db99a3-aa42-4279-b7b4-194b46b154ef Page 1/6 #3..
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Applicant Information & Background
Erick
Winchester
Mortgage Banker/Broker
Johansen High School, MJC, DRE, NMLS
Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.

Submission ID: 66db99a3-aa42-4279-b7b4-194b46b154ef Page 2/6 #3..
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Qualifications
No

30 Years mortgage banking/broker experience. DRE & NMLS Licensed

I sat on the City of Riverbank financial advisory board in 2014-2017 Giving back to our community and helping mitigate problems that are foreseeable down the road.

30 years of working in our community daily with public, knowing the hardships that result in not planning for the future or the hardships that come. How to navigate the waters without creating an additional burden
Submission ID: 66db99a3-aa42-4279-b7b4-194b46b154ef Page 4/6 #3..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Amanda McCormick
Submission ID: 66db99a3-aa42-4279-b7b4-194b46b154ef Page 5/6 #3..
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CH & CDC Candidates Dewey Bedford Jr Erick Winchester Cindy Fraze District 3 1 5
Occupation Marketing Mortgage Banker/Broker Realtor
Education Trade School/College High School/MJC Some College/Real Estate Resident of Modesto? Yes Yes Yes
Voter Registration Verified by City Clerk TBD TBD TBD
Registered in Stanislaus County? TBD TBD TBD
Are you serving on any other City
Board/Commission? no no no
Have you ever been a City of Modesto
employee? No No No
Relevant experience
Served on CHCDC and Culture
Commission in the past
served on City of Riverbank
Financial Advisory Board
from 2014-2017
Real Estate Expertise, Stanislaus
Second Harvesting Food Trucks
Community Invovlement Support CSU Stan & the Red Cross
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HRLC Bylaws Page 1 of 7 Amended: January 14, 2025
Resolution No. 2025-24
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee
BYLAWS
Article I. Definitions
Section 1.01 There is a Committee created to be known and designated as the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee.

Section 1.02 As used in these Bylaws, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context:
(a) "Member" shall mean a member of the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee. (b) "Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee" and "Committee" shall mean the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee.

Article II. Objectives
Section 2.01 The Committee shall be responsible for reviewing and approving the City of Modesto’s (City) housing rehabilitation loans, homebuyers' assistance loans, and for reviewing policy and procedures for both programs.

Article III. Membership
Section 3.01 The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee shall consist of seven (7) qualified persons and one (1) alternate comprised of the following:

Seat Designation Term
Councilmember (appointed by the Mayor)
Financial Institution - Representative 4 years
Service Provider - Representative 4 years
General Contractor (active or retired) - Representative 4 years Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority - Representative 4 years Citizen-at-Large 4 years
Citizen-at-Large 4 years
Citizens’ Housing and Community Development Committee – Representative (Alternate)
Annual
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HRLC Bylaws Page 2 of 7 Amended: January 14, 2025
Resolution No. 2025-24
Section 3.02 The Members of the Committee shall reside within the City limits of Modesto at the time of appointment and must maintain residence within the City at all times during their service on the Committee with the exception of the appointed representative of the Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority.

Section 3.03 No Member of the Committee shall be an employee of the City, nor any bargaining unit for employees of the City, nor a person who receives compensation from the City.

Section 3.04 All appointments shall be approved by the City’s Appointments Committee, with the exception of the representation recommended by the Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority and Citizens’ Housing and Community Development Committee. The Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority shall appoint an employee to serve on the committee, and the Citizens’ Housing and Community Development Committee shall appoint a representative to the HRLC via a majority vote.

Section 3.05 No Member of the Committee shall be a relative by blood or marriage within the third degree of the Mayor, Councilmember, Charter Officer, or any department director or deputy department director.

Section 3.06 One Member of the Committee shall be appointed as an alternate to the Citizen Housing and Community Development Committee by a majority vote of the Committee.

Section 3.07 All Members must complete Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) by April 1st of each year and when assuming or leaving Committee membership.

Section 3.08 All seats designated for representatives, including the Financial Representative, Service Provider Representative, and General Contractor Representative may be filled with a Citizen At-Large by a majority vote of the Appointments Committee in the event that the positions have been solicited and recruitments have been unsuccessful in yielding an eligible candidate. #3..
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Resolution No. 2025-24
Article IV. Terms of Office
Section 4.01 Members may serve no more than two (2) consecutive terms. Full terms are four (4) years in duration.

Section 4.02 A partial term of two (2) or more years shall be considered a full term for purposes of Section 4.01.

Section 4.03 Full term appointments begin on January 1 and expire on December 31 four (4) years subsequent.

Section 4.04 Members may be reappointed after their initial term. Members serving two (2) consecutive terms may be reappointed after a break in service of 12 months.

Section 4.05 The Members of the Committee shall receive no compensation for the performance of their official duties.

Section 4.06 Appointments to fill vacancies on the Committee shall be handled in the same manner as original appointments. When a vacancy occurs during a term, the appointment to fill such vacancy shall be for the unexpired portion of the term.

Section 4.07 Members of the Committee may be removed by a majority vote of the City Council after a recommendation by the Committee Chairperson for the following reasons:
(a) Misconduct, inefficiency, or willful neglect in the performance of their duties providing the member is first provided in writing the reasons for such removal and gives the member the opportunity to be heard before the Council in their own defense.
(b) Refusal to resign from the Committee when no longer a resident of the City or when a conflict of interest exists.
(c) (c) Failure to attend Committee meetings in accordance with Article V of these Bylaws.
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HRLC Bylaws Page 4 of 7 Amended: January 14, 2025
Resolution No. 2025-24
Article V. Attendance at Meetings
Section 5.01 It shall be the responsibility of each Member to know the dates and times of all Committee meetings. If a Member knows he or she will not be able to attend a regularly scheduled meeting, it shall be his or her responsibility to notify the Committee Secretary at least forty-eight (48) hours before the meeting, in order for the absence to be recorded as an excused absence. Failure to provide adequate notice as provided in this section shall constitute an unexcused absence.

Section 5.02 The minutes of each meeting will list those Members in attendance, those who are excused and those who are unexcused.

Section 5.03 Attendance at meetings is expected and necessary to carry out the mission of the Committee. Three or more consecutive unexcused absences are grounds for removal from the Committee by the City Council.

Section 5.04 The process for recording excused and unexcused absences shall be consistent with Citywide policies and procedures, including the Board and Commission Liaison Handbook.
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HRLC Bylaws Page 5 of 7 Amended: January 14, 2025
Resolution No. 2025-24
Article VI. Officers and Their Duties
Section 6.01 Officers shall consist of a Chairperson, and a Vice-chairperson, elected by a majority vote of the members of the Committee. Officers shall serve as Chairperson or Vice-chairperson for the duration of their term, or for a period of four years if the Committee member is not subject to a term.

Section 6.02 All officers shall exercise all privileges of membership, including the making of motions, seconding and debate.

Section 6.03 The Chair shall preside at all meetings, shall appoint all ad-hoc committees, and shall ensure that the bylaws, rules and regulations as adopted by the Committee are properly enforced.

Section 6.04 The Vice-chair shall assist the Chair in his/her duties and in the absence of the Chair shall perform all duties usually performed by the Chair.

Section 6.05 In the absence of both the Chair and Vice-Chair, the secretary may call a meeting to order, whereupon a temporary chair shall be elected by a majority vote of the Members of the Commission present at the meeting.

Section 6.06 The Committee Secretary shall be a City staff member, appointed by the Community & Economic and Development Department, to serve as secretary. The Committee Secretary shall keep a record of the minutes of all Committee meetings and such other duties as are usually performed by a secretary.

Article VII. Meetings
Section 7.01 Special meetings shall be called by the Chairperson as necessary.

Section 7.02 Notices of all meetings, including agendas, shall be given to all Members of the Committee, to the City Clerk, to the City Manager, and to all others as provided by law. All such notices shall be furnished to the Committee in writing at least seventy-two hours prior to the time of such meeting.

Section 7.03 All meeting agendas will be posted at Tenth Street Place.

Section 7.04 All meetings shall comply with the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act.
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HRLC Bylaws Page 6 of 7 Amended: January 14, 2025
Resolution No. 2025-24
Section 7.05 A quorum is necessary for the Committee to transact any business. A quorum shall be defined as a simple majority of the total number of Committee members which is one-half of the members plus one. Vacancies shall not be counted toward the total number of members for purposes to calculating a quorum.

Section 7.06 All meetings of the Committee shall be open to the public and shall be held at a public facility, which is accessible in accordance with the regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Article VIII. Order of Proceedings
Section 8.01 Section 2-1.10 “Procedural Rules for Council Meetings” of Title 2 “Administration,” of Chapter 1 “City Council Organization and Procedure” of the Modesto Municipal Code shall be the guide for parliamentary procedures in the conduct of Committee meetings.

Section 8.02 The order of proceedings of all meetings shall be as follows, subject to majority vote of the members present:
(a) Roll Call
(b) Conflict of Interest Declaration
(c) Public Comment Period
(d) Consent Items
(e) Old Business
(f) New Business
(g) Committee Comments & Reports
(h) Matters Too Late for the Agenda
(i) Adjournment
Section 8.03 Members of the public shall not speak unless recognized by the Chairperson. The Chairperson may remove any person who refuses to follow time limits set for public comment, or rules or decisions of the Chairperson.

Article IX. Amendments
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Resolution No. 2025-24
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CITY OF MODESTO

COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
DATE OF MEETING:

September 10, 2025
Date: August 20, 2025
TO: Appointments Committee
Eric Alvarez, Chair
Rosa Escutia-Braaton, Vice-Chair
Jeremiah Williams, Member
THROUGH: Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
FROM: Toby Wells, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer SUBJECT: Measure L Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission Appointment CONTACT: Toby Wells, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer, [email protected], 209-571-5542
DESCRIPTION:

Consider the appointments of three (3) vacancies to the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission for a four-year term from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029 and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
STRATEGIC PLAN ELEMENT:

The recommended action supports the City’s 2025-2026 Strategic Plan – Goal I: “Promote trust and engagement between the community and the City by enhancing responsiveness, communicating broadly about City opportunities and challenges, and increasing public participation in municipal affairs.”
BACKGROUND:

Section 1102 of the Charter of the City of Modesto authorizes the City Council to appoint members to various Boards and Commissions with the recommendation of the City’s Appointments Committee. The purpose of the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission is to provide oversight of the collection and spending of tax revenue generated by Measure L (Ordinance No. 3796-C.S.).

Pursuant to Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission Ordinance 3796-C.S. and adopted Bylaws, the Commission shall consist of nine (9) qualified city residents.  One (1) from each City Council Districts
 Three (3) at large from anywhere within the city limits.

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 a bona fide Modesto Neighborhood;
 a bona fide association representing business such as a chamber of commerce;  a member from a large business located in the City;
 a member from a small business located in the City; and  a member from a bona fide labor union with members residing in the City.

On April 11, 2023, City Council approved Resolution No. 2023-169 adopting the Bylaws for the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission. The adopted Bylaws provide the terms of office and allow for the reappointment for up to two terms.

On June 10, 2025, City Council approved Ordiance No. 3796-C.S. and Resolution No. 2025-197 amending the Ordinance and Bylaws for the Measure L Citizen’s Transportion Sales Tax Commission. The amended Ordinance and Bylaws changed the Commission from eleven members to nine members and includes extending the number of consective four-year terms to three from two under the Terms of Office section.

DISCUSSION:

Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission has several seats open for new appointments.

A summary of the current filled and vacant seats, by representation, is listed and explained below:

Seat Representing Status
1 District 1 Vacant
2 District 2 Vacant
3 District 3 Incumbent
4 District 4 Incumbent
5 District 5 Incumbent
6 District 6 Incumbent
7 At Large Vacant
8 At Large Vacant
9 At Large Vacant
Vacancies: There are currently five (5) seats that remain vacant due to lack of applicants and previous members terms ending. Staff has initiated the recruitment process to fill the vacancies. Due to those efforts, we have received three (3) applications.

One applicant, Theodore Mills is seeking re-appointment for his third and final 4-year term and has attended all the scheduled meetings over the last year. Applicants, Analisa Freitas and Kayla Tabaldi meet the minimum requirements for the commission.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with the appointment action.

RECOMMENDED COMMITTEE ACTION:

Staff Recommendations:

Motion recommending the appointments three (3) vacancies to the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission for a four-year term from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029 and forwarding to Council for approval.
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Approved by:

Toby Wells, Director of Engineering Services
Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
Attachments:

1. Bylaws

2. Applications

3. Application Matrix
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Exhibit A

CITIZENS' TRANSPORTATION SALES TAX COMMISSION
BYLAWS
(Approved by City Council: April 11, 2023, Resolution No. 2023-169) (Amended by City Council: June 10, 2025, Resolution No. 2025-197) #4..
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Article I. Definitions
Section 1.01 The City Council established a Commission known and designed as the Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission.

Section 1.02 As used in these Bylaws, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context:
(a) “Member” shall mean a member of the Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission.
(b) “Commission” shall mean the Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission.

Article II. Duties
Section 2.01 Pursuant to MMC 8-10.101(a):
“A Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission, hereinafter “Commission,” is hereby established for the purpose of providing oversight of the collection and spending of tax revenue from any local transportation sales tax. For purposes of this chapter, a “local transportation sales tax” is defined as a sales tax imposed on City residents for purposes of generating funds to specifically fund the City’s transportation plan; any local tax used to fund general services in the City is not a “local transportation sales tax.” The first such Commission shall be appointed by the Council no later than ninety (90) days from the effective date of the passage of any local dedicated tax imposed for transportation purposes. The Commission shall regularly meet and make recommendations to the Council to provide oversight of any transportation tax then in effect.” Section 2.02 Pursuant to MMC 8-10.101 (b):
“The duties of the Commission shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
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(2) Analyzing and commenting on any proposed items in the City budget that would lessen the City’s its commitment to road and street funding from sources of revenue other than any transportation sales tax then in effect;
(3) Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to set priorities for where revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect are to be spent; (4) Reviewing any proposals for the City to use bond or similar financing secured by revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect;
(5) Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to determine whether work funded by the tax shall be done “in-house” or through outside contracts; and,
(6) Reviewing any other matter the Council deems appropriate related to any local transportation sales tax. The Council shall appropriate adequate funds for the work of the Commission.” Article III. Membership of Commission
Section 3.01 Pursuant to MMC 8-10.102:
“The Commission shall consist of nine (9) qualified electors residing within the City and shall be appointed by the City Council by resolution pursuant to the provisions below:
(a) Be a citizen of Modesto
(1) one (1) citizen from each City Council District;

(2) three (3) at large citizens from anywhere within the city limits.
(b) Strong consideration shall be given to composing the Commission of representation from:
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(1) a bona fide local taxpayer’s association with taxexempt status under the relevant provisions of the Internal Revenue Code;
(2) a bona fide local nonpartisan political organization, with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code, dedicated to encouraging
informed and active participation in government;
(3) a bona fide Modesto Neighborhood Associations or
organizations with similar purposes with tax-exempt
status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue
Code;
(4) a bona fide association representing business such as a chamber of commerce;
(5) a member from a large business located in the City; (6) a member from a small business located in the City; (7) a bona fide labor union with members residing in the City; and,
(c) No member of the Commission shall be a relative by blood or marriage within the second degree of the Mayor, a member of the Council, any Charter officer, or any department head or deputy department head.
(d) No member of the Commission shall be an employee of the City nor any bargaining unit for employees of the City, nor be a person who receives compensation from the City or from bargaining units of the City in any manner, except retirement benefits.
(e) No member of the Commission shall be a lobbyist or other person with business before the City that represents an economic interest in excess of the limit for material financial effect as established by state law.
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(f) Members of the Commission shall serve without
compensation.
(g) Each Commissioner shall be appointed to a four-year term unless the appointment is to fill a vacancy.

Section 3.02 All Members must complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) and AB 1234 ethics training by April 1 of each year and when assuming or leaving Commission membership.

Article IV. Terms of Office
No Commissioner shall serve more than three consecutive four year terms on the Commission.

Article V. Attendance at Meetings
Section 5.01 Timely attendance at meetings is expected and necessary to carry out the mission of the Commission. It shall be the responsibility of each Member to know the dates and times of all Commission meetings. If a Member knows he or she will not be able to attend a regularly scheduled meeting, it shall be his or her responsibility to notice the Commission Secretary at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting, in order for the absence to be recorded as an excused absence.

Section 5.02 The minutes of each meeting will list those Members in attendance, those who are excused and those who are unexcused.

Article VI. Officers and Their Duties
Section 6.01 The Commission shall elect from among its membership a Chairperson, and a Vice Chairperson. The term of office shall be one year.

Section 6.02 All officers shall exercise all privileges of membership, including the making of motions, seconding and debate.

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Section 6.04 The Vice Chairperson shall assist the Chairperson in his/her duties and in the absence of the Chairperson shall perform all duties usually performed by the Chairperson.

Section 6.05 The Commission Secretary shall be a City staff member, appointed by the Community & Economic Development Department, to serve as secretary to the Commission. The Commission Secretary shall keep a record of the minutes of all Commission meetings and such other duties as are usually performed by a secretary. An audio recording shall be made at all meetings, retained pursuant to the City’s record retention policies, and shall be made available to all Commissioners by request.

Article VII. Meetings
Section 7.01 Regular meetings of the Commission shall be held not less than at least quarterly, at Tenth Street Place, 1010 Tenth Street Modesto, California.

Section 7.02 Special meetings shall be called by the Chairperson as necessary, in consultation and coordination with the Commission Secretary.

Section 7.03 Meetings may be cancelled by agreement of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson in coordination with the Commission Secretary.

Section 7.04 Notices of all meetings, including agendas, shall be given to all Members of the Commission, to the City Clerk, to the City Manager, and to all others as provided by law.

Section 7.05 All meeting agendas will be posted at Tenth Street Place.

Section 7.06 All meetings shall comply with the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act.

Section 7.07 A quorum is necessary for the Commission to transact any business. A quorum is a majority plus one of appointed members.

Section 7.08 All meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public and shall be held at a public facility, which is accessible in accordance with the regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Article VIII. Order of Proceedings
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Section 8.01 The Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedure shall be the guide for the parliamentary procedures in the conduct of Commission meetings.

Section 8.02 The order of proceedings of all meetings shall be as follows, subject to majority vote of the members present:
(a) Roll Call
(b) Declaration of Conflict of Interest
(c) Public Comment Period
(d) Consent Items
(e) Old Business
(f) New Business
(g) Commission Comments & Reports
(h) Matters Too Late For the Agenda
(i) Adjournment
Article IX. Amendments
Section 9.01 The Bylaws and any future amendments shall be subject to the approval of the City Council and shall not and are not intended to go beyond any of the powers and duties given to the Commission by the City Council nor contradict MMC 8-10. 2981909.4
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/08/2025 8:31 AM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Citizens Transportation Sales Tax Commission
The Citizens Transportation Sales Tax Commission responsibilities are:

1. Reviewing the annual work plan and priorities for revenue derived from any transportation sales tax then in effect;

2. Analyzing and commenting on any proposed items in the City budget that would lessen the City's commitment to road and street funding from sources of revenue other than any transportation sales tax then in effect;

3. Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to set priorities for where revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect are to be spent;

4. Reviewing any proposals for the City to use bond or similar financing secured by revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect;

5. Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to determine whether work funded by the tax shall be done "in-house" or through outside contracts; and,

6. Reviewing any other matters the Council deems appropriate related to any local transportation sales tax. The Council shall appropriate adequate funds for the work of the Commission.

The Commission consists of 11 members.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

Commissioner
Yes

Yes

Citizens Transportation Sales Tax Commission
10/03/2017
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Community Group
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Signature Agreement
08/08/2025
Application Disclosure
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.

Yes, I confirm and acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that my application is a public document and may be disclosed upon request.

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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/13/2025 8:53 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Citizens Transportation Sales Tax Commission
The Citizens Transportation Sales Tax Commission responsibilities are:

1. Reviewing the annual work plan and priorities for revenue derived from any transportation sales tax then in effect;

3. Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to set priorities for where revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect are to be spent;

4. Reviewing any proposals for the City to use bond or similar financing secured by revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect;

5. Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to determine whether work funded by the tax shall be done "in-house" or through outside contracts; and,

6. Reviewing any other matters the Council deems appropriate related to any local transportation sales tax. The Council shall appropriate adequate funds for the work of the Commission.

The Commission consists of 11 members.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
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Applicant Information & Background
Kayla
Tabaldi
Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.

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Qualifications

I am passionate about my city and enjoy driving

Instagram

Love modesto
I saw the instagram post about being involved in potential planning for roads around town. I bike and I drive and it’s something I think about often.

Passion and excitement
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Instagram
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Signature Agreement
08/13/2025
Application Disclosure
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.

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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/13/2025 8:03 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Citizens Transportation Sales Tax Commission
The Citizens Transportation Sales Tax Commission responsibilities are:

1. Reviewing the annual work plan and priorities for revenue derived from any transportation sales tax then in effect;

3. Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to set priorities for where revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect are to be spent;

4. Reviewing any proposals for the City to use bond or similar financing secured by revenues from any transportation sales tax then in effect;

5. Reviewing any policies, standards or similar measures that the City uses to determine whether work funded by the tax shall be done "in-house" or through outside contracts; and,

6. Reviewing any other matters the Council deems appropriate related to any local transportation sales tax. The Council shall appropriate adequate funds for the work of the Commission.

The Commission consists of 11 members.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

Member At Large
No
No

No
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Applicant Information & Background
Analisa
Freitas
Document Uploads
You may upload a cover letter and resume to outline your educational, work and community service experiences.

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Qualifications

Organizing, campaigns and advocacy training; event coordination

LinkedIn post

I support local businesses as much as possible and participate in outdoor and environmental events such as river cleanups, run clubs, and gym groups. I am a bike commuter whenever possible. I have begun watching City council meetings on YouTube and am active in my neighborhood watch communications.

As an avid bike rider, I hope to bring a perspective to the city that takes into consideration those of us on the literal streets.

I was raised in Modesto and moved to live DC, NYC, San Diego/La Jolla, and Lima, and had the opportunity to experience different communities and their relationship to transportation. I travel often and have visited many other regions of this country and world, and can bring well-informed guidance problems presented or passed through the commission. I am a highly organized and motivated individual, influenced by my elderly mother that I also hope to support as a member of the senior community living and needing transport in this city.

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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
LinkedIn
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Signature Agreement
08/13/2025
Application Disclosure
Please confirm that you acknowledge the above responsibilities and understand that your application is a public document and may be disclosed.

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Candidate Theordor Mills Analisa Freitas Kayla Tabaldi
Apply To Citizens' Transportation Sales Tax
Commission
Citizens' Transportation Sales Tax Commission Citizens' Transportation Sales Tax Commission
Occupation Realtor Researcher EHS Specialist
Employer
Education BS in PS, University of Oregon, PGA of
America
MA in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation CSU Stanislaus What vacancy are you
interested in? Commissioner Vacancy at Large
Are you currently
serving on this board? Yes No No
Have you previously
served or are you
currently serving on a
Board, Committee, or
Commission for the
City of Modesto?
Yes No No
List relevant
employment,
training, and
experience,
certificates of
training, licenses, and
professional
registration.

PMZ Realty, 2002-2024; HomeSmart PV and
Assoc. Realty, 2024-Current; Del Rio CC Head
Golf Professional, 1992-1994; PGA of
America, Life Member
Organizing, campaigns and advocacy training; event
coordination
I am passionate about my city and
enjoy driving.

Explain how you
learned about the
board or commission
you are applying for
I have served since the inception of the
commission
LinkedIn post Instagram
Describe your
involvement in
community activities
and civic
organizations. (Do not
list partisan political
parties.)
Measure L Commission; Stanislaus Co. Bike
Club
I support local businesses as much as possile and
participate in outdoor and environmental events
such as river cleanups, run clubs, and gym groups. I
am a bike commuter whenever possible. I have
begun watching City Council meeting on YouTube
and am active in my neighborhood watch
commnications.

Love Modesto
What is it about this
position that interests
you?
Currently serving as Chairman of the
Commission.

As an avid bike rider, I hope to bring a perspective to the city that takes into consideration those of us on
the literal streets.

I saw the instagram post about being
involved in potential planning for
roads around town. I bike and I drive
and it's something I think about often.

What qualities,
experience, and
expertise would you
bring to it?
Institutional knowledge
I was raised in Modesto and moved to live DC, NYC,
San Diego/La Jolla, and Lima, and had the
opportunity to experience different communities and
their relationship to transportation. I travel often
and have visited many other regions of the this
country and world, and can bring well-informed
guidance problems presented or passed through the
commission. I am a highly organized and motivatied
individual, influenced by my elderly mother that I
also hope to support as a member of the senior
community living and needing transport in the this
city.

Passion and excitement.
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CITY OF MODESTO

COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
DATE OF MEETING:

September 10, 2025
Date: August 19, 2025
TO: Appointments Committee
Eric Alvarez, Chair
Rosa Escutia-Braaton, Vice Chair
Jeremiah Williams, Member
THROUGH: Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
FROM: Jeremy Rogers, Director of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods SUBJECT: Modesto Youth Commission Appointments
CONTACT: John Skeel, Recreation and Neighborhoods Services Manager, [email protected], 209-577-5216
DESCRIPTION:

Consider the appointment of ten members to the Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term from September 23, 2025, to August 31, 2027, and forwarding to Council for approval. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
STRATEGIC PLAN ELEMENT:

This item is consistent with the following 2020-2025 Strategic Plan Areas of Focus: Governance and Service Delivery and Economic Vitality.

BACKGROUND:

On June 28, 2020, Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-290, reconvening the Youth Commission. The Modesto Youth Commission (Youth Commission) provides opportunities for Modesto’s high school students to participate in governmental processes, expand civic participation, and share ideas, recommendations, and youth perspectives. On June 25, 2024, Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-237, approving an update to the Youth Commission Bylaws to expand the number of seats from nine to seventeen, expanding the appointment term from one year to two years, and delegating one seat per high school in Modesto along with 6 AtLarge seats.

The role of Youth Commission members includes the following:

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters pertaining to youth, and to initiatives, policies and programs impacting the youth in the City of Modesto.
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2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City of Modesto.

3. Promote engagement from nonprofits, neighborhood associations, and other groups to promote and provide better youth services and increase opportunities for youth engagement in the community.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the city of Modesto and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that have been established by the city related to youth activities, including but not limited to those implemented as solutions to problems encountered by youth; program development or improvement to eliminate gaps in service to youth; programs created or improved to provide access to resources; and programs developed or improved to encourage youth participation and include the unique youth voice.

Section 11021 of the Charter of the City of Modesto authorizes the City Council to appoint members of various Boards and Commissions with the recommendation of the City’s Appointments Committee. The Youth Commission is comprised of seventeen (17) members who attend a high school within the boundaries of the City of Modesto and are enrolled full-time in high school. Members are appointed for two years, September through August. The City’s standard Board, Commission, and Committee application was supplemented with questions specific to youth interests and experience.

DISCUSSION:

The Youth Commission has ten vacancies with 24 applications for consideration. Vacancies were advertised on social media, the City’s website and by current and former Youth Commissioners. Online applications were accepted from July 1 through August 24, 2025. 20 of the 24 applications received were from new applicants that did not participate in the prior year.

Of those 20 applications, four were from students that applied the year prior.

A total of four applications were received from former members of the Youth Commission seeking reappointment.
 Jossfin (Bell) Garza attended 16/19 Youth Commission meetings during the last two years, with 3 excused absences
 Martin Montez attended 15/19 Youth Commission meetings during the last two years, with 2 excused and 2 unexcused absences
 Kayvon Banankhah attended 19/19 Youth Commission meetings during the last two years
 Sabrina Toor attended 19/19 Youth Commission meetings during the last two years, with 5 excused absences
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The 2024-2025 Youth Commission had a successful year reaching out and connecting to the youth of Modesto. Accomplishments included:
 Formation of six subcommittees
 Connected with the community at several Recreation Division events including their own float entry in the Celebration of Lights Parade
 Joined the California Association of Youth Commissions and sat as panelist at one of their conferences
 Participated in two LoveModesto projects
The City’s Appointment Committee will review applications and make appointment recommendations for Council’s consideration and approval. Those applicants not appointed to the Youth Commission will be invited and encouraged to attend Youth Commission meetings and participate in any subcommittees and projects established by the Youth Commission. The specifics of these programs will be determined when the Youth Commission initially meets, and City staff will ensure there are continual opportunities to participate for those not appointed.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this item or the Youth Commission’s $5,000 budget for programs and activities.

RECOMMENDED COMMITTEE ACTION:

Staff Recommendations:

Motion recommending the appointment of ten members to the Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term from September 23, 2025, to August 31, 2027, and forwarding to Council for approval.

Approved by:

Jeremy Rogers, Director of Parks, Recreation and
Neighborhoods
Joseph P. Lopez, City Manager
Attachments:

1. Youth Commission Bylaws

2. Application Summary

3. Application Matrix

4. Applications
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Youth Commission Bylaws
Amended 6/25/2024 – Resolution No. 2024-237 Page 1

YOUTH COMMISSION
BYLAWS
Adopted June 28, 2022, by Resolution No. 2022-290;
Amended June 25, 2024, by Resolution No. 2024-237
Article I. Definitions
Section 1.01 There is a Commission created to be known and designates as the Modesto Youth Commission
Section 1.02 As used in these Bylaws, unless a different meaning clearly appears from the context:
(a) “Member” shall mean a member of the Youth Commission. (b) “Youth Commission” and “Commission” shall mean the Youth Commission. (c) “Regular Meeting” shall mean the monthly Commission meetings.

Article II. Mission Statement and Objectives
Section 2.01 Mission Statement:

The mission of the Modesto Youth Commission is to provide Modesto young people from diverse walks of life with the opportunity to participate actively in the governmental process, to provide advice and input on matters impacting youth, and act as liaison between the youth of Modesto and the City Council on matters affecting the quality of life for all youth.

Section 2.02 Vision Statement
To expand civic participation opportunities to diverse youth to share ideas, recommendations, and youth perspective in the development of City of Modesto programs and policies that affect their lives.

To educate youth through guidance and meaningful participation in the processes of civic engagement including the procedures for advocacy, collaboration, communicating the needs of youth, decision-making, leadership, and planning.

Section 2.03 Power and Duty
The Commission has the power and duty to:
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(a) Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters pertaining to youth, and to initiatives, policies and programs impacting the youth in the City of Modesto;
(b) Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City of Modesto;
(c) Promote engagement from nonprofits, neighborhood associations, and other groups to promote and provide better youth services and increase opportunities for youth engagement in the community;
(d) Work with other youth organizations in the City of Modesto and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement; (e) Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youthrelated concerns and programs; (f) Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that have been established by the city related to youth activities, including but not limited to those implemented as solutions to problems encountered by youth; program development or improvement to eliminate gaps in service to youth; programs created or improved to provide access to resources; programs developed or improved to encourage youth participation and include the unique youth voice;
(g) Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City of Modesto.

Article III. Membership
Section 3.01 The Youth Commission shall consist of seventeen (17) qualified persons, comprised of the following:

Seat Designation Term
Chairperson One year, voted by simple majority of
commission.

Vice Chairperson One year, voted by simple majority of
commission.

Commissioners
(All Seventeen Commissioners)
Two years, appointed by City Council.

Section 3.02 Eleven (11) members of the Commission shall be from one of the schools outlined below, with one seat designated per school, and six (6) seats for members at-large. If no qualified applications are received from a school listed below, that seat will convert to an at-large position for the remainder of the school year. #5..
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(a) Beyer High School, Big Valley Christian School, Central Catholic High School, Davis High School, Downey High School, Elliot Alternative Education Center, Enochs High School, Gregori High School, Johansen High School, Modesto Christian School, Modesto High School Section 3.03 Youth Commissioners must either:
(a) Be a full-time student enrolled in a City of Modesto high school; or (b) Be a full-time student enrolled in a homeschool program with accredited curriculum and reside within the boundaries of the City of Modesto.

Section 3.04 No Member of the Commission shall be an employee of the City, nor of any bargaining unit for employees of the City, nor a person who receives compensation from the City.

Section 3.05 All appointments to the Commission shall be recommended by the City’s Appointments Committee and approved by the City Council.

Section 3.06 No Member of the Commission shall be a relative, by blood or marriage within the third degree of the Mayor, a Councilmember, a Charter Officer, or any Department Director or Deputy Department Director.

Article IV. Terms of Office
Section 4.01 Members may serve no more than two (2) consecutive full terms or past graduation, whichever comes first.

Section 4.02 A full term is two (2) years in duration.

Section 4.03 A partial term over one (1) year shall be considered a full term for purposes of Section 4.01.

Section 4.04 Full term appointments begin on September 1 and expire on August 31.

Section 4.05 Members not eligible for reappointment may continue to serve until their successors are appointed. No member shall serve more than four (4) consecutive years.

Section 4.06 The Members of the Commission shall receive no compensation for the performance of their official duties.

Section 4.07 Appointments to fill vacancies on the Commission shall be handled in the same manner as the original appointments pursuant to Section 3.05. When a vacancy occurs during a term, the appointment to fill such vacancy shall be for the unexpired portion of the term.
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Section 4.08 Members of the Commission may be removed by a majority vote of the City Council after a recommendation by the Commission Chairperson for the following reasons:
(a) Misconduct, inefficiency, or willful neglect in the performance of their duties providing the Member is first provided in writing the reasons for such removal and gives the Member the opportunity to be heard before the City Council in their own defense.
(b) Refusal to resign from the Commission when no longer eligible for membership or when a conflict of interest exists.

Article V. Attendance at Meetings
Section 5.01 It shall be the responsibility of each Member to know the dates and times of all Commission Meetings. If a Members knows they will not be able to attend a regularly scheduled meeting, it shall be his or her responsibility to notify the Commission Secretary at least forty-eight (48) hours before the meeting, in order for the absence to be recorded as an excused absence.

Section 5.02 The minutes of each meeting will list those Members in attendance, those who are excused, and those who are unexcused.

Section 5.03 Attendance at meetings is expected and necessary to carry out the mission of the Commission. Three (3) or more unexcused absences are grounds for the removal from the Commission by the City Council.

Article VI. Officers and Their Duties
Section 6.01 Officers shall consist of Chair and Vice-Chair elected by a simple majority vote of Members of the Commission. Officers shall serve a one-year term.

Section 6.02 All officers shall exercise all privileges of membership, including the making of motions, seconding, and debate.

Section 6.03 The Chair shall preside at all meetings, shall appoint all ad hoc committees, and shall ensure that the bylaws, rules, and regulations as adopted by the Commission are properly enforced.

Section 6.04 The Vice-Chair shall assist the Chair in his/her duties and in the absence of the Chair shall perform all duties usually performed by the Chair.

Section 6.05 The Commission Secretary shall be a City staff member, appointed by the department head, to serve as Secretary. The Commission Secretary shall keep a record of the minutes of all Commission meetings and such other duties as are usually performed by a secretary.
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Article VII. Meetings
Section 7.01 Special meetings shall be called by the Chair as necessary.

Section 7.02 Notices of all meetings, including agendas, shall be given to all Members of the Commission, to the City Clerk, to the City Manager, and to all others as provided by law. All such notices shall be furnished to the Commission in writing at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the time of such meeting.

Section 7.03 All meeting agendas will be posted at Tenth Street Plaza.

Section 7.04 All meetings shall comply with the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act.

Section 7.05 A quorum is necessary for the Commission to transact any business. A quorum shall be defined as a simple majority of active Commission Members, which is one-half of the active members plus one. Commission Members shall become inactive after graduation.

Section 7.06 All meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public and shall be held at a public facility, which is accessible in accordance with the regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Article VIII. Order of Proceedings
Section 8.01 Roberts Rules of Order shall be the guide for the parliamentary procedures in the conduct of Commission meetings.

Section 8.02 The order of proceedings of all meetings shall be as follows, subject to majority vote of the Members present:
(a) Roll Call
(b) Declaration of Conflict of Interest
(c) Public Comment Period
(d) Consent Items
(e) Old Business
(f) New Business
(g) Commission Comments and Reports
(h) Matters Too Late for the Agenda
(i) Adjournment
Section 8.03 Members of the public shall not speak unless recognized by the Chair and shall state his/her name before making any statement, which shall become part of the public record. The Chair may remove any person who refuses to follow these rules or the decision of the Chair.

Article IX. Amendments
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2025 Youth Commission Application and Vacancy Summary
Candidate
No.

Seat Category Grade Name Application History
1 Johansen 12 Magdalena Siordia Tapia None
2 At Large 12 Jossfin Garza Served 2022-2025
3 At Large 12 Martin Montez Served 2023-2025
4 At Large 12 Kayvon Banankhah Served 2022-2025
5 At Large 12 Sabrina Toor Served 2023-2025
6 At Large 10 Deen Wafa Applied in 2024
7 At Large 11 Rudraansh Korlakunta Applied in 2024
8 At Large 12 Gurnoor Jhatu Applied in 2024
9 At Large 10 Niya Kundiyana Applied in 2024
10 At Large 11 Jacob Lopez None
11 At Large 11 Eden Chen None
12 At Large 11 Jiannah Aquino None
13 At Large 10 Alivia Morris None
14 At Large 11 Emmalee Vang None
15 At Large 11 Ethan Ram None
16 At Large 9 Hafsa Modan None
17 At Large 12 Karla Enriquez None
18 At Large 11 Sparsh Malhotra None
19 At Large 10 Arabella Arias None
20 At Large 10 Kirpa Gill None
21 At Large 9 Lakshmana Medam None
22 At Large 12 Lavanya Bansal None
23 At Large 12 Raiden Manabat None
24 At Large 12 Sade Diaz Martinez None
Commissioner Filled Positions
Izzy Altadonna Downey
Julie Garcia Davis
Hasan Modan Gregori
Rudra Patel Modesto High
Neha Prabhakar Enochs
Valentina Zeff At-Large - 1
Ibrahim Khan At-Large - 2
At Large - 3
At Large - 4
At Large - 6
School Seat - Johansen
At Large - Modesto Christian
At Large - 5
At Large - Big Valley Christian
At Large - Elliot
At Large - Central Catholic
At Large - Beyer
Unfilled Positions
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Candidate # 1 2 3 4
Candidate Magdalena Siordia Tapia Jossfin Garza Martin Montez Kayvon Banankhah School Johansen Gregori Gregori Modesto High
Grade 12 12 12 12
App. History New- Unfilled School Seat Seeking Reappointment Seeking Reappointment Seeking Reappointment Criteria Met? Yes Yes Yes Yes
Why do you want
to serve on the
Youth
Commission?
After working with the Tuolumne River Trust
and being a part of their Park Youth
commission,I was exposed to hands-on
community outreach, and it interested me.

Through the Youth Commission, I would be
able to help my community and address their
worries. I have learned that being involved is
the best way to make change, so I want to
take that step.

For the past three years, the most important
part of being a youth commissioner has been
connecting with people. Attending movie
nights in the park or Love Modesto has been
my favorite activity within the youth
commission as we get to directly connect
with youth. I can only hope to continue
building this connection with residents of
Modesto
Over the past two years I have been able to
build a deep connection with the people of
Modesto, through providing volunteering
opportunities through my subcommittee as
well as grow the knowledge of the
commission.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission to
help the city meet youth where they're at and
to ensure our city is providing the best
supports it can to our local young people. I've
been a resident of this city almost all my life
and would be honored to continue providing
youth feedback to support the city and
people of Modesto.

What do you see as
the primary issues
currently impacting
youth in our
community?
The primary issue impacting the Youth in our
community is the use of AI. With AI, students
are losing intellectual integrity and it makes
them lose the ability to make conclusions by
themselves. This ruins their creativity and
makes them dependent upon the use of AI.

When I first joined the Youth Commision, I
had thought the biggest problem was a lack
of resources. Upon attending numerous
events such as the STANYEA Youth Summit,
I learned that resources were there but the
issue was that the youth weren't. Modesto
faces a large problem with a lack of youth
engagement and a lack of youth awareness
of resources.

I see that there is not a lot of awareness for
the youth in my age range that the city
allows. Of course there is this commission,
but for the events the city holds, there isn’t a
lot of high schoolers at these events
volunteering, even though there are
hundreds in our community that would love
to help.

The primary issues affecting youth in
Modesto are a lack of financial literacy and
greater visibility for afterschool programs for
students in high school. Supporting young
people to be financially literate is key to
improving their quality of life, and more high
school students in city recreational
afterschool programs would help foster
community.

What qualities,
experience, and
expertise would
you bring to the
Board,
Commission or
Committee?
Being fluent in Spanish, I am able to connect
with a wider variety of people. I experienced
this while taking surveys at an event where
the majority only spoke Spanish and none of
my peers did. My social awareness would
also allow me to not only work alongside the
other commissioners but also with people of
all ages.

Aside from experience in the Youth
Commision, I hope to bring awareness to
other issues that I had made myself familiar
with throughout high school whether that was
from working with the Park Youth Committee
or various school clubs. I also hope to bring a
sense of determination to get things done as
well as a focus on Youth Engagement this
year.

I have been to almost every event and
meeting, and in doing so, was a very
involved commissioner. I headed the Holiday
Parade, the addition of a Love Modesto
event, and starting Utilities outreach, which I
would look forward into continuing that
partnership. I also have connections that
have saved the group monetary value for
what we have done.

Having served for the past three years, I've
become knowledgeable on how to work
effectively alongside city government in order
to make mutually beneficial change. I've also
been a resident of the city almost all my life
and am very familiar with all the various
events and programs the city hosts for youth,
which would help me in providing feedback
What do you enjoy
doing with your
free time?
At night, after we are all back from work, my
family and I watch different movies and
series with a big bowl of a random snack. I
see this as a time to relax and bond with my
family while talking about our days. I also
really wanted to learn a new language so I
have started to independently study French,
which I find difficult but interesting.

Like most youth I have hobbies like reading
and writing, however I find the most of my
enjoyment at the Children's Museum. I
volunteer there on the weekends and I
always walk out with a smile on my face. I
enjoy engaging with youth and the concept of
the exploration of learning. Most of all, I
enjoy talking to guests whether it's a child or
parent.

I like to help others, volunteer for my school’s
leadership, hang out with my friends, and
listen to music. I also am starting to run
again, mainly over by Enoch’s and Dry
Creek.

In my free time, I enjoy taking my dog Teddy
on long walks through East La Loma Park,
practicing my hobby of photography along
the various nature in our area, and playing
the guitar. I'm also an amateur juggler, and
like to work on my skills in my downtime.

Finally, Scrabble games with my family are a
favorite pastime.
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Candidate
School
Grade
App. History
Criteria Met?
Why do you want
to serve on the
Youth
Commission?
What do you see as
the primary issues
currently impacting
youth in our
community?
What qualities,
experience, and
expertise would
you bring to the
Board,
Commission or
Committee?
What do you enjoy
doing with your
free time?
5 6 7 8
Sabrina Toor Deen Wafa Rudraansh Korlakunta Gurnoor Jhatu Modesto High Gregori Gregori Modesto High
12 10 11 12
Seeking Reappointment Not selected prior year Not selected prior year Not selected prior year Yes Yes Yes Yes
In serving as our Vice Chair last year, I
prioritized asking the community about the
ways we can improve the youth experience
in Modesto. The over-whelming response
was to increase youth civic engagement and
provide more youth entertainment outlets. If
selected to rejoin this year, I want to lead
efforts to begin implementing these changes.

I want to serve on the youth commission to
build bridges. What I mean by that is making
sure everyone's idea's and beliefs are held
and respected. Growing up in a diverse
community, I hold value by under-standing
others. In the youth commission, my aim is to
empower voices by inspiring for inclusion,
and creating a united and supportive
community.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission
because I believe it is a platform on which I
can converse with like-minded individuals to
amplify the youth’s voice to make effective
change in Modesto. By serving on this
commission, I believe I would be able to work
with my peers and create a lasting impact on
our community that benefits all youth.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission in
order for the voices of young people are
heard and that the gap between the youth
and local government is bridged to create a
safe space for all ages. I see this as an
opportunity to represent the perspective of
the youth and advocate for change that'll
shape our community to become the best it
can be.

As an anti-tobacco advocate, I've noticed
widespread vape usage on campuses across
the district; as a current Youth
Commissioner, I've noticed educational
apathy and low youth engagement with civic
processes in the city, and as an involved
resident of Modesto, I've noticed a lack of
youth entertainment options by speaking to
the community.

A key issue I see in youth is not reaching
their potential. These teens often turn to
phones or drugs to satisfy themselves. I
believe this is due to either stress of lack of
resources. I want to create a supportive
environment where the youth feel heard. To
solve this issue, I'd advocate for resources
and events to help and encourage the youth.

I feel as if the primary issue affecting our
community is a cultural divide, whether that
is due to politics, values, or even religion, all
of which fuel misunderstanding. Countless
times, I have seen peers of mine cut ties due
to differing perceptions of a topic. It is almost
as if we can no longer understand each other
and our unique stories.

I see the primary issue impacting youth in
our community is the growing social isolation,
a lot of teens would prefer being at home,
communicating online, remain in familiar
groups of friends, which reduces our chance
of making connections. I think there should
be more events that encourage teens to step
out their comfort zones to meet new people.

As Founder & President of Creation 4
Cessation, I lead a team of 40 youth to drive
nicotine cessation policy and mindset change
for youth struggling with addiction.

Representing 30,000 students as MCS CoStudent Rep., I'm currently spearheading a capstone project requirement, gaining skills
in leadership, delegation, and collaboration
with adults.

Qualities I would bring to the youth
commission is initiative and adaptability. My
experience in Gregori ASB would prove
valuable, as I often have been subject to
changing plans and opportunities to lead an
event like homecoming or dances. My
qualities would help bring inclusivity and
unison to Modesto, which would help the
community more cohesive.

Given my experience in speech and debate. I
would bring my communication skills and a
growth mindset to effectively convey my
ideas and listen to others’ perspectives. As a
member of Park Youth Committee, I would
bring my skills in advocacy and public
speaking to the Youth Commission to ensure
that I maximize my impact as a voice for the
youth.

I bring real experience with community
service as I've volunteered at Doctors
Medical Center and have almost 200 hours
doing so. I've also worked alongside Martin
and Saida, who are on Youth Commission on
float projects and the little libraries as well. I
created Give 4 Glam which was a multischool clothing donation drive for Our Lady Haven.

I enjoy playing piano, going to the farmer's
market and out to eat with friends, cooking
with my mom, doing watercolor, and
watching Gilmore Girls.

In my free time, I like to play chess with my
dad and read. I also enjoy biking around my
neighborhood, working out and playing
tennis with my friends!
In my free time, I enjoy coding and playing
golf. One thing about me is that I like to think
critically. I feel it is when I am using my brain
to its fullest. For this reason, I enjoy solving
the complex problems coding presents. I like
golf because it puts my mind at ease,
allowing me to focus solely on hitting the ball
and nothing else.

In my free time I enjoy reading (my current
read is Crime and Punishment by Fyodor
Dostoyevsky), I playing video games with my
brothers. And I also enjoy journaling as well
from physical memories to random fun
pages. I also volunteer when I can at Doctors
Medical Center. And nightly I create little
goals of what I want to get done the next
day.
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Candidate #
Candidate
School
Grade
App. History
Criteria Met?
Why do you want
to serve on the
Youth
Commission?
What do you see as
the primary issues
currently impacting
youth in our
community?
What qualities,
experience, and
expertise would
you bring to the
Board,
Commission or
Committee?
What do you enjoy
doing with your
free time?
9 10 11 12
Niya Kundiyana Jacob Lopez Eden Chen Jiannah Aquino
Modesto High Downey Enochs Enochs
10 11 11 11
Not selected prior year New New New
Yes Yes Yes Yes
I want to serve on the District Youth
Commision to amplify youth voices and to
bring innnovative, thoughtful perspectives to
issues like equity, mental health, and
education. I am passionate about civic
engagement and I want to help shape a
more inclusive future for our community.

My goal as a student leader is to empower
and encourage our youth to get involved
within our communities and succeed. It is my
mission to encourage young people to get
excited about the future. I want our youth to
thrive for success and strive to put good out
into society.

I want to serve on the Youth Commissions
because I have always seen the future of the
youth in our community as highly important.

Living in Modesto, I have seen many
challenges that the youth face every day.

Thus, I want to contribute in finding solutions
to these challenges to make our community
a better place for youth development.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission
because I realize that many people my age
often feel that they don't have a voice.

Because we are under 18 and cannot vote, it
can feel as though issues that impact us are
decided without our input. I want to challenge
that idea, to advocate for our youth and show
that we can make a real change.

One of the most pressing issues impacting
youth in our community is fear. The fear to
speak out and to share our true thoughts and
emotions. This silence worsens challenges
like mental health struggles, academic
pressure, and social isolation, preventing
young people from feeling heard.

Topics such as climate change need to be
addressed and discussed so that we can
take action and find ways to help with these
issues.

The primary issues currently impacting youth
in our community are mental health issues.

Almost every student I have met either in
school or outside of school, including myself,
have experienced mental health struggles at
some point. Not to mention, mental health
issues are the leading cause of teen suicide.

One of the primary issues I've seen youth
struggle with firsthand is mental health.

Many students I know feel overwhelmed by
academic pressure, social expectations, and
uncertainty about their future. Another major
issue I've seen is that many young people
don’t feel connected to their community, and
can't find ways to get meaningfully involved.

I would bring leadership experience from
coordinating large-scale events and my
experience in patient communication has
strengthened my ability to communicate
effectively with others. The IB program has
sharpened my problem-solving and timemanagement abilities and deepened my commitment to addressing our community's
most significant challenges.

I have served in my school's leadership
program for a year and am currently serving
as this year's junior vice president. I have
experience in community service and
volunteering events. I am the president of our
environmental club and vice president of our
school wide spirit committee. I am very
outgoing and am always open to new
opinions and ideas
I bring strong commitment and dedication to
the commission. I am working with
Stanislaus Asian-American Community
Resources to raise over $10,000 annually for
student scholarships. In addition, I’ve been
working on a passion project through the
same nonprofit that captures and share
diverse cultural experiences through the form
of interviews.

I will bring empathy, adaptability, and the
ability to connect people despite differences.

Volunteering with diverse groups taught me
to listen and collaborate, while working with
children strengthened my creativity, patience,
and has taught me to create safe places for
ideas to prosper. I will use these skills to
build connection between voices.

In my free time, I enjoy running track, a
passion that led me to compete at Nike
Outdoor Nationals 2025. I also practice
Taekwondo and hold a black belt, which has
taught me time-management and discipline. I
volunteer locally and have assisted in many
large scale projects that support
underprivileged communities worldwide.

In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my
friends and family. Whenever there is time I
like going to the mountains and going hiking.

I have a passion for growing and caring for
my plants. I also really enjoy volunteering
and participating in school events.

In my free time, I enjoy being active, so I do
sports like wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu, which
mentally relaxes me and gives me a chance
to bond with my friends. I also love reading,
especially autobiographies (One of my
favorites is When Breath Becomes Air by
Paul Kalanithi.) and classic literature.

In my free time, I enjoy playing the violin both
in my orchestra and as an individual,
crocheting bouquets of flowers, and drawing
landscapes with colored pencils and soft oil
pastels. These hobbies allow me to toy with
imagination while also creating something
meaningful. I also love playing games with
my dog, and brainstorming ideas for my
clubs.
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Candidate #
Candidate
School
Grade
App. History
Criteria Met?
Why do you want
to serve on the
Youth
Commission?
What do you see as
the primary issues
currently impacting
youth in our
community?
What qualities,
experience, and
expertise would
you bring to the
Board,
Commission or
Committee?
What do you enjoy
doing with your
free time?
13 14 15 16
Alivia Morris Emmalee Vang Ethan Ram Hafsa Modan
Gregori Gregori Gregori Gregori
10 11 11 9
New New New New
Yes Yes Yes Yes
I want to serve in the Youth Commission
because I have grown up in Modesto my
whole life and I would like to help improve
conditions for youth but especially teenagers
here in our community.

I want to play a more active role in the
community and be a voice for the youth so
events that the youth are interested continue
to be supported. I have benefited from the
programs Modesto has had in place ever
since I was little kid. I want to be a voice for
the youth within Modesto and work towards
creating activities that interest them.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission to
amplify youth voices in shaping policies on
education, sustainability, and public health.

My background in policy research, civic
engagement, and community work will help
me partner with peers and city leaders to
create meaningful, lasting change in our
community.

Through Youth Commission, I would like to
nurture Modesto youths' immense potential.

As a commissioner, I want to empower girls,
build community through festivals and
workshops with senators, police officers, and
many more. I want to allow my peers to get
involved and make Modesto a model city and
inspiration that pushes others to strive for
more.

The primary issues in our community
impacting youth is lack of places for teens to
congregate, homelessness, and youth not
having enough access to counseling for
mental health.

One of the primary issues currently impacting
youth in our community is the lack of interest
in events offered by Modesto. I want to
encourage participation and continue to
support these events. I believe that
encouraging the youth to be more involved in
their community and their city motivates selfgrowth and an open mind.

Youth in our city face challenges from
climate hazards such as heat and smoke,
unequal access to quality education, and
growing mental health needs. These issues
affect learning, health, and opportunities, and
require youth in our community to develop
ideas to solve these problems.

Isolation due to social media is a big issue.

Youth are glued to screens and not
connecting with people. At risk youth struggle
with homelessness and food insecurity and
have fewer safe spaces for recreation. I want
to destigmatize these issues through
workshops, panels, and create an avenue to
engage youth into a robust community.

As a member of my high school's mock trial
team I am experienced in public speaking. In
addition, I was class president, team captain
of multiple sports teams. Most importantly I
have lived in Modesto my entire life, and
currently as a member of our local youth, I
have witnessed issues for others first hand. I
would love to make a local impact.

I have volunteered and participated in a
variety of events organized by Modesto from
helping out at marathons to volunteering with
Key Club and Kiwanis. I believe my direct
involvement within these events provide me
with the experience of working with others
and learning about different aspects of the
community.

I bring leadership, policy experience, and
civic engagement to the Commission. As a
research assistant, policy fellow, and political
blogger. I have experience analyzing issues,
developing solutions, and communicating
ideas clearly. These skills would allow me to
work with peers and city leaders to make a
positive community impact.

I play lots of sports and broke multiple
records at Prescott, showing perseverance
as hijabi girl. I mastered speaking skills
through debate camp. I served as camp
leader for MYNA to engage youth with fun
and faith. I'm part of Girl Up to advocate that
girls’ voices matter. I want to bring these
qualities together to serve on the Youth
Commission.

I love Mock Trial and playing varsity
volleyball. I enjoy hiking and one of my
favorite places is Yosemite. I love traveling
and exploring new places and cultures. I
enjoy lifeguarding in the summer and
teaching kids in my community how to swim.

I enjoy playing board and card games with
my family and I love listening to music. I also
enjoy travelling, hiking, and discovering new
places.

In my free time, I enjoy playing sports,
reading, and spending time with friends. This
also includes staying active in soccer, track,
and taekwondo, and participating in clubs
like Model UN and Speech & Debate.

During my free time, I like staying busy! I
enjoy cooking, but I bake more because I get
a sweet treat out of my result. Plus,
whenever I cook pizza, I always mess up my
dough - so working on it. I love playing sports
because it keeps a competitive spirit and
fitness. Crafting is also enjoyable l and lately
I've gotten into sewing my own clothes.
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Candidate #
Candidate
School
Grade
App. History
Criteria Met?
Why do you want
to serve on the
Youth
Commission?
What do you see as
the primary issues
currently impacting
youth in our
community?
What qualities,
experience, and
expertise would
you bring to the
Board,
Commission or
Committee?
What do you enjoy
doing with your
free time?
17 18 19 20
Karla Enriquez Sparsh Malhotra Arabella Arias Kirpa Gill Gregori Gregori Modesto High Modesto High
12 11 10 10
New New New New
Yes Yes Yes Yes
I’ve always wanted to serve for my
community and while i’m still a teenager i can
have more possibilities in order to help.

Serving on the Youth Commission can open
doors for me and the hispanic community
and future participants.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission
because it offers an opportunity to contribute
to positive changes within the Modesto
community. Having spent much of my life
here, I'm eager to benefit our city's youth.

Additionally, this role would provide valuable
insight into the public service sector, which is
an area I want to go into in the future.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission to
ensure Modesto’s youth have a voice in
decisions affecting education, safety, mental
health, and recreation. As class president,
I’ve prioritized listening to peers and
amplifying their voices. This role would help
me advance that advocacy and work with city
leaders to create meaningful, lasting
solutions.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission to
ensure youth voices are heard in local
decision-making. I'm passionate about
advocating for mental health, education
equity, and access to opportunities. I hope to
collaborate with others, learn about civic
leadership, and help create lasting, positive
change in my community.

The amount of restrictions that are placed
when getting involved. We either have to be
18 or get a permit from our school to fully
advance ourselves in the real world.

The primary issues currently impacting the
youth in our community is the sudden surge
in mental health crises. This crises an stem
from a multitude of sources, but also can be
mitigated by policies, such as those
suggested by this board in order to represent
the youth and the youth's needs.

Modesto youth face both visible and hidden
challenges:rising mental health struggles,
substance abuse, and few safe, youthcentered spaces. Many want to lead but lack guidance. The city can bridge these gaps by
elevating youth voices, expanding outreach,
and investing in opportunities for
empowerment, wellness, leadership, and
community connection.

Youth in our community face rising mental
health challenges, a lack of motivation to
pursue education, and pressure from social
media. Many also feel unheard or excluded
from decisions affecting them. These
combined issues negatively impact their wellbeing, personal growth, and sense of belonging within the community.

I unfortunately lack experience due to the
strictness of my parents. I have good time
management, organization skills, and
teamwork skills which is crucial when
communicating with others.

From utilizing several of Modesto's facilities
for sports, speech/debate, research,
volunteering at Urgent Care and at STEM
youth summer camp, I have been exposed to
diverse youth perspectives as well as
learned efficient communication. My
familiarity with these diverse perspectives
aided by quality communication skills will be
useful to the board.

I bring strong skills in youth leadership,
advocacy, &communication. As class
president, I amplify &represent my peers’
voices/concerns. With PHAST & HYLC, I
prevent tobacco use, uplift underrepresented
voices, & promote cultural diversity. Speech
& debate is the channel I use to amplify my
voice and my words on issues that matter to
my generation.

I bring leadership, communication, and
teamwork skills from school clubs, volunteer
work, and community projects. I’m a good
listener, open-minded, and committed to
positive change. I also carry board
experience as I am currently on the
Executive Board for Girl Scouts Heart of
Central California.

I enjoy reading in my free time to help digest
information readily, i enjoy watching video
essays to inform myself about the latest
issues, and i enjoy baking it’s been with me
through childhood.

In my free time, I often find a place to
practice tennis, I also enjoy swimming and
water polo, and in the remaining time I enjoy
reading. I have also organized blood drives
and engaged in extracurricular activities such
as Speech and Debate and Science
Olympiad.

I enjoy playing piano, dancing, swimming, &
playing tennis with my friends & family. I love
being the pianist for the MSYO, as well as
traveling to experience new cultures, gaining
a deeper appreciation for the world. Whether
exploring or with friends, I value experiences
that help me grow, stay grounded, & enjoy
life beyond school and leadership.

In my free time, I love playing tennis—it
challenges me physically and mentally,
keeps me active, and helps me grow. I also
enjoy spending time with my dog, whether
we’re playing fetch, going for walks, or just
relaxing. Both tennis and my dog help me
relieve stress, recharge, and stay balanced
alongside school and responsibilities.
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Grade
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Criteria Met?
Why do you want
to serve on the
Youth
Commission?
What do you see as
the primary issues
currently impacting
youth in our
community?
What qualities,
experience, and
expertise would
you bring to the
Board,
Commission or
Committee?
What do you enjoy
doing with your
free time?
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Lakshmana Medam Lavanya Bansal Raiden Manabat Sade Diaz Martinez Modesto High Modesto High Modesto High Modesto High
9 12 12 12
New New New New
Yes Yes Yes Yes
I intend to represent the youth voice in this
community and make a positive change for
every youth in need in Modesto. My desire is
to learn about the local government and be a
crucial influence in the process between local
youth empowerment and city decisions whilst
building a professional network with local
leaders in order to achieve this goal.

Serving on the Youth Commission means
being part of something I can contribute to
and make an impact in my community.

Advocacy encourages youth to stand up for
what they believe in, and I hope to be part of
this initiative by collaborating with
established leaders to enhance civic
engagement opportunities and improve the
quality of life for youth.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission to
have a greater impact within my community. I
truly believe that the Youth Commission will
allow me to serve and support others while
providing an opportunity for personal growth
and development. Finally, I want to help
make a positive impact on the youth of
Modesto and the future of our city.

I want to serve on the Youth Commission
because I’m passionate about giving youth a
voice in decisions that affect our lives. As
someone actively involved in school,
community service, and leadership roles, I
want to help create more opportunities for
youth engagement, represent diverse
perspectives, and work toward positive
change in Modesto.

In my view, substance abuse and mental
health crises are among the most pressing
issues confronting youth in our community.

Teen usage of drugs is becoming an everincreasing issue in the community, and studies have reported that youth depression
is up in the Modesto area. These two issues
can be remedied to a great extent with the
right resources.

One primary issue I have seen is the impact
of socioeconomic factors on opportunities.

Where a person lives and their economic
background greatly influence access to
resources, but youth should be given the
chance to participate in activities that further
their interests. Youth should be encouraged
to continue growing, not held back for trying.

The primary issues currently impacting youth
in our community includes substance abuse,
mental health & violence. I think these issues
are related as the use of vapes and
marijuana is prevalent, ultimately leading to
mental health issues. Violence at school is
also an issue as students don't know how to
deescalate situations without their fists.

Many youth in Modesto face mental health
struggles, school safety concerns, and
unequal access to resources like safe parks
and housing. These issues impact well-being
and opportunities. I want to help uplift youth
voices and work toward solutions that make
our community safer, healthier, and more
inclusive for all.

Also, I have experience working with and
teaching people of all ages through my
karate endeavors and academic pursuits in
school.

My strong work ethic, attention to detail, and
collaboration are valuable skills I can bring to
the commission. My learning experiences
from Leadership Academy, StanYEA
Advocacy Design Team, PHAST, and
legislative ambassador for the American
Cancer Society enable me to meaningfully
contribute to increasing youth participation in
government affairs.

I have two years of leadership experience as
Class President and Vice president;
managing dances and homecomings. I am
currently apart of the SCOE Leadership
Academy and I believe that I am kind, a good
listener, respectful, able to adapt and also
resilient. I feel as though I can have a
conversation with anyone and connect
deeply with the youth.

I bring leadership, creativity, and a deep
commitment to service. As founder of a
school nonprofit, social media manager for
multiple teams, and a bilingual student in the
IB program, I know how to collaborate,
communicate, and advocate effectively for
diverse youth voices in our community.

I enjoy reading a good book for hours at a
time during the summer, and I like to play
certain video games with my friends during
free time. Additionally, I enjoy playing
volleyball with my middle school friends at
the park.

I like to stay grounded by playing soccer or
softball to clear my head, and cooking
/baking to express my creativity with new
recipes and flavors. I enjoy listening to
music, reading, and challenging myself with
cross-stitch and crochet patterns. These
hobbies help me stay engaged, develop my
skills, and broaden my outlook on other
aspects of life.

During my free time, I like to go outside and
enjoy nature. I really like hiking, skiing,
swimming and playing pickleball. In addition,
I enjoy working out and keeping myself
healthy. I also like learning about interesting
history and skills on YouTube and I love
playing any sports and hanging out with my
friends.

I enjoy staying active through the gym,
swimming, and water polo. I’m passionate
about creativity, whether it’s painting,
watching artists, or experiencing music and
the emotions it brings. I love how art and
music connect people. Most of all, I find joy
in helping others and making a positive
impact in my community.
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/22/2025 6:30 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

Youth Commission
The mission of the Modesto Youth Commission is to provide Modesto young people from diverse walks of life with the opportunity to participate actively in the governmental process, to provide advice and input on matters impacting youth, and act as liaison between the youth of Modesto and the City Council on matters affecting the quality of life for all youth.

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

3. Promote engagement from non-profit organizations, neighborhood associations, and groups to promote and provide better youth services and increase opportunities for youth engagement in the community.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

The Youth Commission is comprised of 17 commissioners that are either full-time students enrolled in a City of Modesto high school; or full-time students enrolled in a homeschool program with accredited curriculum and reside within the boundaries of the City of Modesto.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: a60400bd-d5fc-41f0-8baa-7fbab40db695 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Magdalena
Siordia Tapia

Johansen High School
12 Modesto
California
95354
Submission ID: a60400bd-d5fc-41f0-8baa-7fbab40db695 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
After working with the Tuolumne River Trust and being a part of their Park Youth commission,I was exposed to hands-on community outreach, and it interested me. Through the Youth Commission, I would be able to help my community and address their worries. I have learned that being involved is the best way to make change, so I want to take that step.

The primary issue impacting the Youth in our community is the use of AI. With AI, students are losing intellectual integrity and it makes them lose the ability to make conclusions by themselves. This ruins their creativity and makes them dependent upon the use of AI.

Current commissioners informed me about the activities and how the meetings are.

Being fluent in Spanish, I am able to connect with a wider variety of people. I experienced this while taking surveys at an event where the majority only spoke Spanish and none of my peers did. My social awareness would also allow me to not only work alongside the other commissioners but also with people of all ages.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: a60400bd-d5fc-41f0-8baa-7fbab40db695 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Current members of the commission told me about the commission

At night, after we are all back from work, my family and I watch different movies and series with a big bowl of a random snack. I see this as a time to relax and bond with my family while talking about our days. I also really wanted to learn a new language so I have started to independently study French, which I find difficult but interesting.

Submission ID: a60400bd-d5fc-41f0-8baa-7fbab40db695 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 1:57 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

Yes

Youth Commission
09/30/2022
Submission ID: 603bd583-d716-4447-8208-1d8a2ff33230 Page 1/7 #5..
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08/30/2025
Submission ID: 603bd583-d716-4447-8208-1d8a2ff33230 Page 2/7 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Jossfin
Garza

Joseph A. Gregori High School
12 student
Modesto
California
95354
Submission ID: 603bd583-d716-4447-8208-1d8a2ff33230 Page 3/7 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
For the past three years, the most important part of being a youth commissioner has been connecting with people. Attending movie nights in the park or Love Modesto has been my favorite activity within the youth commission as we get to directly connect with youth. I can only hope to continue building this connection with residents of Modesto

When I first joined the Youth Commision, I had thought the biggest problem was a lack of resources. Upon attending numerous events such as the STANYEA Youth Summit, I learned that resources were there but the issue was that the youth weren't. Modesto faces a large problem with a lack of youth engagement and a lack of youth awareness of resources.

Aside from experience in the Youth Commision, I hope to bring awareness to other issues that I had made myself familiar with throughout high school whether that was from working with the Park Youth Committee or various school clubs. I also hope to bring a sense of determination to get things done as well as a focus on Youth Engagement this year.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 603bd583-d716-4447-8208-1d8a2ff33230 Page 5/7 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
I have been on the Board Before!

Like most youth I have hobbies like reading and writing, however I find the most of my enjoyment at the Children's Museum. I volunteer there on the weekends and I always walk out with a smile on my face. I enjoy engaging with youth and the concept of the exploration of learning. Most of all, I enjoy talking to guests whether it's a child or parent.

Submission ID: 603bd583-d716-4447-8208-1d8a2ff33230 Page 6/7 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/23/2025 5:18 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

Yes

Golf Courses Advisory Committee
08/14/2024
Submission ID: ba151d98-323b-4ea0-991a-8d9005942a35 Page 1/7 #5..
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08/23/2025
Submission ID: ba151d98-323b-4ea0-991a-8d9005942a35 Page 2/7 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Martin
Montez

Gregori High School
12 Modesto
California
95355
Submission ID: ba151d98-323b-4ea0-991a-8d9005942a35 Page 3/7 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
Over the past two years I have been able to build a deep connection with the people of Modesto, through providing volunteering opportunities through my subcommittee as well as grow the knowledge of the commission.

I see that there is not a lot of awareness for the youth in my age range that the city allows. Of course there is this commission, but for the events the city holds, there isn’t a lot of high schoolers at these events volunteering, even though there are hundreds in our community that would love to help.

I have been to almost every event and meeting, and in doing so, was a very involved commissioner. I headed the Holiday Parade, the addition of a Love Modesto event, and starting Utilities outreach, which I would look forward into continuing that partnership. I also have connections that have saved the group monetary value for what we have done.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: ba151d98-323b-4ea0-991a-8d9005942a35 Page 5/7 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Friend

I like to help others, volunteer for my school’s leadership, hang out with my friends, and listen to music. I also am starting to run again, mainly over by Enoch’s and Dry Creek.

Submission ID: ba151d98-323b-4ea0-991a-8d9005942a35 Page 6/7 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/11/2025 5:21 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

Yes

Youth Commission
10/15/2022
Submission ID: 5788bf72-80de-4c93-9b95-f44e56f1c88d Page 1/7 #5..
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06/30/2025
Submission ID: 5788bf72-80de-4c93-9b95-f44e56f1c88d Page 2/7 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Kayvon
Banankhah

Modesto High School
12th
Student

MODESTO
California
95355
Submission ID: 5788bf72-80de-4c93-9b95-f44e56f1c88d Page 3/7 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission to help the city meet youth where they're at and to ensure our city is providing the best supports it can to our local young people. I've been a resident of this city almost all my life and would be honored to continue providing youth feedback to support the city and people of Modesto.

The primary issues affecting youth in Modesto are a lack of financial literacy and greater visibility for afterschool programs for students in high school. Supporting young people to be financially literate is key to improving their quality of life, and more high school students in city recreational afterschool programs would help foster community.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 5788bf72-80de-4c93-9b95-f44e56f1c88d Page 5/7 #5..
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Questionnaire

Community Group

In my free time, I enjoy taking my dog Teddy on long walks through East La Loma Park, practicing my hobby of photography along the various nature in our area, and playing the guitar. I'm also an amateur juggler, and like to work on my skills in my downtime. Finally, Scrabble games with my family are a favorite pastime.

Submission ID: 5788bf72-80de-4c93-9b95-f44e56f1c88d Page 6/7 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 3:34 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

Yes

Youth Commission
10/01/2023
Submission ID: 8a47aa55-b34d-40db-90c0-3babdaecd06b Page 1/7 #5..
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08/01/2025
Submission ID: 8a47aa55-b34d-40db-90c0-3babdaecd06b Page 2/7 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Sabrina
Toor

Modesto High School
12 Student
Modesto
California
95356
Submission ID: 8a47aa55-b34d-40db-90c0-3babdaecd06b Page 3/7 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
In serving as our Vice Chair last year, I prioritized asking the community about the ways we can improve the youth experience in Modesto. The overwhelming response was to increase youth civic engagement and provide more youth entertainment outlets. If selected to rejoin this year, I want to lead efforts to begin implementing these changes.

As an anti-tobacco advocate, I've noticed widespread vape usage on campuses across the district; as a current Youth Commissioner, I've noticed educational apathy and low youth engagement with civic processes in the city, and as an involved resident of Modesto, I've noticed a lack of youth entertainment options by speaking to the community.

Prior to my first year on the Youth Commission, I learned about this through my friend and former Youth Commission member, Aheli Patel.

As Founder & President of Creation4Cessation, I lead a team of 40 youth to drive nicotine cessation policy and mindset change for youth struggling with addiction.

Representing 30,000 students as MCS Co-Student Rep., I'm currently spearheading a capstone project requirement, gaining skills in leadership, delegation, and collaboration with adults.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 8a47aa55-b34d-40db-90c0-3babdaecd06b Page 5/7 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
I currently serve on the Youth Commission. Prior to my first term, I heard about this commission through a friend (Aheli Patel).

I enjoy playing piano, going to the farmer's market and out to eat with friends, cooking with my mom, doing watercolor, and watching Gilmore Girls.

Submission ID: 8a47aa55-b34d-40db-90c0-3babdaecd06b Page 6/7 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 4:02 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: dfcae305-8f5b-46ea-b4bb-9fe62c5904e1 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Deen
Wafa

Gregori High School
10th
Student
Modesto
California
95356
Submission ID: dfcae305-8f5b-46ea-b4bb-9fe62c5904e1 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the youth commission to build bridges. What I mean by that is making sure everyone's idea's and beliefs are held and respected. Growing up in a diverse community, I hold value by understanding others. In the youth commission, my aim is to empower voices by inspiring for inclusion, and creating a united and supportive community.

A key issue I see in youth is not reaching their potential. These teens often turn to phones or drugs to satisfy themselves. I believe this is due to either stress of lack of resources. I want to create a supportive environment where the youth feel heard. To solve this issue, I'd advocate for resources and events to help and encourage the youth.

My qualities would help bring inclusivity and unison to Modesto, which would help the community more cohesive.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: dfcae305-8f5b-46ea-b4bb-9fe62c5904e1 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Parents and Friends

In my free time, I like to play chess with my dad and read. I also enjoy biking around my neighborhood, working out and playing tennis with my friends! Submission ID: dfcae305-8f5b-46ea-b4bb-9fe62c5904e1 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/23/2025 3:07 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 4e0d288e-7d18-4daf-b83f-520fdd2c28e5 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Rudraansh
Korlakunta

Joesph A. Gregori High School
11 Student
Modesto
California
95356
Submission ID: 4e0d288e-7d18-4daf-b83f-520fdd2c28e5 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission because I believe it is a platform on which I can converse with like-minded individuals to amplify the youth’s voice to make effective change in Modesto. By serving on this commission, I believe I would be able to work with my peers and create a lasting impact on our community that benefits all youth.

I feel as if the primary issue affecting our community is a cultural divide, whether that is due to politics, values, or even religion, all of which fuel misunderstanding.

Countless times, I have seen peers of mine cut ties due to differing perceptions of a topic. It is almost as if we can no longer understand each other and our unique stories.

Given my experience in speech and debate. I would bring my communication skills and a growth mindset to effectively convey my ideas and listen to others’ perspectives. As a member of Park Youth Committee, I would bring my skills in advocacy and public speaking to the Youth Commission to ensure that I maximize my impact as a voice for the youth.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 4e0d288e-7d18-4daf-b83f-520fdd2c28e5 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Community Group

In my free time, I enjoy coding and playing golf. One thing about me is that I like to think critically. I feel it is when I am using my brain to its fullest. For this reason, I enjoy solving the complex problems coding presents. I like golf because it puts my mind at ease, allowing me to focus solely on hitting the ball and nothing else.

Submission ID: 4e0d288e-7d18-4daf-b83f-520fdd2c28e5 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/03/2025 11:46 AM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 2bee49e7-a789-48ed-91e7-ac2586cf6fd3 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Gurnoor
Jhatu

Modesto High School
12th
Student
Modesto
California
95355
Submission ID: 2bee49e7-a789-48ed-91e7-ac2586cf6fd3 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission in order for the voices of young people are heard and that the gap between the youth and local government is bridged to create a safe space for all ages. I see this as an opportunity to represent the perspective of the youth and advocate for change that'll shape our community to become the best it can be.

I see the primary issue impacting youth in our community is the growing social isolation, a lot of teens would prefer being at home, communicating online, remain in familiar groups of friends, which reduces our chance of making connections. I think there should be more events that encourage teens to step out their comfort zones to meet new people.

I bring real experience with community service as I've volunteered at Doctors Medical Center and have almost 200 hours doing so. I've also worked alongside Martin and Saida, who are on Youth Commission on float projects and the little libraries as well. I created Give 4 Glam which was a multi-school clothing donation drive for Our Lady Haven.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 2bee49e7-a789-48ed-91e7-ac2586cf6fd3 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
I've helped on previous projects which led to me wanting to apply.

Submission ID: 2bee49e7-a789-48ed-91e7-ac2586cf6fd3 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/16/2025 4:20 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 8e42141d-69e5-42ac-8eb9-0aec566ba125 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Niya
Kundiyana

Modesto High School
10 N/A
Hughson
California
95326
Submission ID: 8e42141d-69e5-42ac-8eb9-0aec566ba125 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the District Youth Commision to amplify youth voices and to bring innnovative, thoughtful perspectives to issues like equity, mental health, and education. I am passionate about civic engagement and I want to help shape a more inclusive future for our community.

One of the most pressing issues impacting youth in our community is fear. The fear to speak out and to share our true thoughts and emotions. This silence worsens challenges like mental health struggles, academic pressure, and social isolation, preventing young people from feeling heard.

I would bring leadership experience from coordinating large-scale events and my experience in patient communication has strengthened my ability to communicate effectively with others. The IB program has sharpened my problem-solving and time-management abilities and deepened my commitment to addressing our community's most significant challenges.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 8e42141d-69e5-42ac-8eb9-0aec566ba125 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Modesto High School Instagram Page

In my free time, I enjoy running track, a passion that led me to compete at Nike Outdoor Nationals 2025. I also practice Taekwondo and hold a black belt, which has taught me time-management and discipline. I volunteer locally and have assisted in many large scale projects that support underprivileged communities worldwide.

Submission ID: 8e42141d-69e5-42ac-8eb9-0aec566ba125 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 3:03 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 5cb36ca5-b6c0-44b2-be84-4fe76090852f Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Jacob
Lopez

Thomas Downey High school
11 Student
Modesto
California
95358
Submission ID: 5cb36ca5-b6c0-44b2-be84-4fe76090852f Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
My goal as a student leader is to empower and encourage our youth to get involved within our communities and succeed. It is my mission to encourage young people to get excited about the future. I want our youth to thrive for success and strive to put good out into society.

A major issue that I currently see impacting youth in our communities is the lack of education. Many students that I know lack knowledge about real world issues that are detrimental to the future of our communities. Topics such as climate change need to be addressed and discussed so that we can take action and find ways to help with these issues.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 5cb36ca5-b6c0-44b2-be84-4fe76090852f Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Community Group

In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my friends and family. Whenever there is time I like going to the mountains and going hiking. I have a passion for growing and caring for my plants. I also really enjoy volunteering and participating in school events.

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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/21/2025 7:09 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
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Applicant Information & Background
Eden
Chen

James C. Enochs High School
11 Modesto
California
95355
Submission ID: a577a69e-30c6-4dc5-90c0-e1491e6177d5 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commissions because I have always seen the future of the youth in our community as highly important. Living in Modesto, I have seen many challenges that the youth face every day. Thus, I want to contribute in finding solutions to these challenges to make our community a better place for youth development.

The primary issues currently impacting youth in our community are mental health issues.

Almost every student I have met either in school or outside of school, including myself, have experienced mental health struggles at some point. Not to mention, mental health issues are the leading cause of teen suicide.

I bring strong commitment and dedication to the commission. I am working with Stanislaus Asian-American Community Resources to raise over $10,000 annually for student scholarships. In addition, I’ve been working on a passion project through the same nonprofit that captures and share diverse cultural experiences through the form of interviews.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
I learned about the board which I am applying to through my friends, Hamza Modan and Ibrahim Khan.

In my free time, I enjoy being active, so I do sports like wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu, which mentally relaxes me and gives me a chance to bond with my friends. I also love reading, especially autobiographies (One of my favorites is When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi.) and classic literature.

Submission ID: a577a69e-30c6-4dc5-90c0-e1491e6177d5 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 8:36 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: bd3f9cab-b26e-4c34-9c68-9f1ae081431e Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Jiannah
Aquino

James C. Enochs High School
11th
Modesto
California
95355
Submission ID: bd3f9cab-b26e-4c34-9c68-9f1ae081431e Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission because I realize that many people my age often feel that they don't have a voice. Because we are under 18 and cannot vote, it can feel as though issues that impact us are decided without our input. I want to challenge that idea, to advocate for our youth and show that we can make a real change.

One of the primary issues I've seen youth struggle with firsthand is mental health.

Many students I know feel overwhelmed by academic pressure, social expectations, and uncertainty about their future. Another major issue I've seen is that many young people don’t feel connected to their community, and can't find ways to get meaningfully involved.

I learned about the Youth Commission by word of mouth. I was informed of the opportunity by one of my peers.

I will bring empathy, adaptability, and the ability to connect people despite differences. Volunteering with diverse groups taught me to listen and collaborate, while working with children strengthened my creativity, patience, and has taught me to create safe places for ideas to prosper. I will use these skills to build connection between voices.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: bd3f9cab-b26e-4c34-9c68-9f1ae081431e Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
I learned about it by word of mouth.

Submission ID: bd3f9cab-b26e-4c34-9c68-9f1ae081431e Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 7:41 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 0434e468-58ff-465b-9a07-276df0907d2e Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Alivia
Morris

Joseph A. Gregori
10th
Student-Athlete

MODESTO
California
95357
Submission ID: 0434e468-58ff-465b-9a07-276df0907d2e Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve in the Youth Commission because I have grown up in Modesto my whole life and I would like to help improve conditions for youth but especially teenagers here in our community.

The primary issues in our community impacting youth is lack of places for teens to congregate, homelessness, and youth not having enough access to counseling for mental health.

As a member of my high school's mock trial team I am experienced in public speaking. In addition, I was class president, team captain of multiple sports teams. Most importantly I have lived in Modesto my entire life, and currently as a member of our local youth, I have witnessed issues for others first hand. I would love to make a local impact.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 0434e468-58ff-465b-9a07-276df0907d2e Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Friend

I love Mock Trial and playing varsity volleyball. I enjoy hiking and one of my favorite places is Yosemite. I love traveling and exploring new places and cultures. I enjoy lifeguarding in the summer and teaching kids in my community how to swim.

Submission ID: 0434e468-58ff-465b-9a07-276df0907d2e Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/01/2025 10:21 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 50df48b6-c703-4e86-81ad-62acd6b4f977 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Emmalee
Vang

Joseph A. Gregori High School
11 Modesto
California
95356
Submission ID: 50df48b6-c703-4e86-81ad-62acd6b4f977 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to play a more active role in the community and be a voice for the youth so events that the youth are interested continue to be supported. I have benefited from the programs Modesto has had in place ever since I was little kid. I want to be a voice for the youth within Modesto and work towards creating activities that interest them.

One of the primary issues currently impacting youth in our community is the lack of interest in events offered by Modesto. I want to encourage participation and continue to support these events. I believe that encouraging the youth to be more involved in their community and their city motivates self-growth and an open mind.

I have learned about this commission through school peers and friends who are currently on the commission. I have also seen youth commission board promotion through social media.

I have volunteered and participated in a variety of events organized by Modesto from helping out at marathons to volunteering with Key Club and Kiwanis. I believe my direct involvement within these events provide me with the experience of working with others and learning about different aspects of the community.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 50df48b6-c703-4e86-81ad-62acd6b4f977 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Instagram, school peers

I enjoy playing board and card games with my family and I love listening to music.

I also enjoy travelling, hiking, and discovering new places.

Submission ID: 50df48b6-c703-4e86-81ad-62acd6b4f977 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/13/2025 4:55 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 275ee838-df39-44b2-82ac-604f145a85bc Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Ethan
Ram

Joseph A Gregori High School
11th
Student
Modesto
California
95356
Submission ID: 275ee838-df39-44b2-82ac-604f145a85bc Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission to amplify youth voices in shaping policies on education, sustainability, and public health. My background in policy research, civic engagement, and community work will help me partner with peers and city leaders to create meaningful, lasting change in our community.

Youth in our city face challenges from climate hazards such as heat and smoke, unequal access to quality education, and growing mental health needs. These issues affect learning, health, and opportunities, and require youth in our community to develop ideas to solve these problems.

I bring leadership, policy experience, and civic engagement to the Commission.

As a research assistant, policy fellow, and political blogger. I have experience analyzing issues, developing solutions, and communicating ideas clearly. These skills would allow me to work with peers and city leaders to make a positive community impact.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 275ee838-df39-44b2-82ac-604f145a85bc Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Community Group

In my free time, I enjoy playing sports, reading, and spending time with friends.

This also includes staying active in soccer, track, and taekwondo, and participating in clubs like Model UN and Speech & Debate.

Submission ID: 275ee838-df39-44b2-82ac-604f145a85bc Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 4:44 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: d471186a-13d9-468d-a3ff-378c87703257 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Hafsa
Modan

Joseph A. Gregori High School
9 Student
Modesto
California
95355
Submission ID: d471186a-13d9-468d-a3ff-378c87703257 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
Through Youth Commission, I would like to nurture Modesto youths' immense potential. As a commissioner, I want to empower girls, build community through festivals and workshops with senators, police officers, and many more. I want to allow my peers to get involved and make Modesto a model city and inspiration that pushes others to strive for more.

Isolation due to social media is a big issue. Youth are glued to screens and not connecting with people. At risk youth struggle with homelessness and food insecurity and have fewer safe spaces for recreation. I want to destigmatize these issues through workshops, panels, and create an avenue to engage youth into a robust community.

My brothers first introduced me to the Youth Commission as a way to better Modesto especially for the youth and as a way to get involved. They particularly mentioned how they loved bringing new ideas to the table and how amazing it was to hear others' ideas as well. I also saw them helping out a lot so in general they inspired me to join and influenced me to also want to bring my ideas and help kids around Modesto!

I play lots of sports and broke multiple records at Prescott, showing perseverance as hijabi girl. I mastered speaking skills through debate camp. I served as camp leader for MYNA to engage youth with fun and faith. I'm part of Girl Up to advocate that girls’ voices matter. I want to bring these qualities together to serve on the Youth Commission.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: d471186a-13d9-468d-a3ff-378c87703257 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Family

Submission ID: d471186a-13d9-468d-a3ff-378c87703257 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
07/25/2025 9:22 AM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 0f6be6af-030e-4aa9-9679-f5fcc14a0730 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Karla
Enriquez

Joseph A Gregori
12 Student
Salida
California
95368
Submission ID: 0f6be6af-030e-4aa9-9679-f5fcc14a0730 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I’ve always wanted to serve for my community and while i’m still a teenager i can have more possibilities in order to help. Serving on the Youth Commission can open doors for me and the hispanic community and future participants.

The amount of restrictions that are placed when getting involved. We either have to be 18 or get a permit from our school to fully advance ourselves in the real world.

I unfortunately lack experience due to the strictness of my parents. I have good time management, organization skills, and teamwork skills which is crucial when communicating with others.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 0f6be6af-030e-4aa9-9679-f5fcc14a0730 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Social Media

I enjoy reading in my free time to help digest information readily, i enjoy watching video essays to inform myself about the latest issues, and i enjoy baking it’s been with me through childhood.

Submission ID: 0f6be6af-030e-4aa9-9679-f5fcc14a0730 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
07/25/2025 5:20 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: b2162472-1003-4961-bef4-3b1e9814b4f2 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Sparsh
Malhotra

Gregori High School
11 Student
Modesto
California
95356
Submission ID: b2162472-1003-4961-bef4-3b1e9814b4f2 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission because it offers an opportunity to contribute to positive changes within the Modesto community. Having spent much of my life here, I'm eager to benefit our city's youth. Additionally, this role would provide valuable insight into the public service sector, which is an area I want to go into in the future.

The primary issues currently impacting the youth in our community is the sudden surge in mental health crises. This crises an stem from a multitude of sources, but also can be mitigated by policies, such as those suggested by this board in order to represent the youth and the youth's needs.

My familiarity with these diverse perspectives aided by quality communication skills will be useful to the board.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: b2162472-1003-4961-bef4-3b1e9814b4f2 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Community Group

In my free time, I often find a place to practice tennis, I also enjoy swimming and water polo, and in the remaining time I enjoy reading. I have also organized blood drives and engaged in extracurricular activities such as Speech and Debate and Science Olympiad.

Submission ID: b2162472-1003-4961-bef4-3b1e9814b4f2 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/09/2025 10:51 AM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: e7cc8c0e-ea61-41ba-ae5e-8bb2f52ae990 Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Arabella
Arias

Modesto High School
10 Student
Turlock
California
95382
Submission ID: e7cc8c0e-ea61-41ba-ae5e-8bb2f52ae990 Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission to ensure Modesto’s youth have a voice in decisions affecting education, safety, mental health, and recreation. As class president, I’ve prioritized listening to peers and amplifying their voices. This role would help me advance that advocacy and work with city leaders to create meaningful, lasting solutions.

Modesto youth face both visible and hidden challenges:rising mental health struggles, substance abuse, and few safe, youth-centered spaces. Many want to lead but lack guidance. The city can bridge these gaps by elevating youth voices, expanding outreach, and investing in opportunities for empowerment, wellness, leadership, and community connection.

Speech & debate is the channel I use to amplify my voice and my words on issues that matter to my generation.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: e7cc8c0e-ea61-41ba-ae5e-8bb2f52ae990 Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Community Group

I enjoy playing piano, dancing, swimming, & playing tennis with my friends & family. I love being the pianist for the MSYO, as well as traveling to experience new cultures, gaining a deeper appreciation for the world. Whether exploring or with friends, I value experiences that help me grow, stay grounded, & enjoy life beyond school and leadership.

Submission ID: e7cc8c0e-ea61-41ba-ae5e-8bb2f52ae990 Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
07/22/2025 3:45 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: 30c7bd9d-fffa-49b9-ab7d-97b0ed1b505e Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Kirpa
Gill

Modesto High School
10th
Student
Turlock
California
95382
Submission ID: 30c7bd9d-fffa-49b9-ab7d-97b0ed1b505e Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission to ensure youth voices are heard in local decision-making. I'm passionate about advocating for mental health, education equity, and access to opportunities. I hope to collaborate with others, learn about civic leadership, and help create lasting, positive change in my community.

Youth in our community face rising mental health challenges, a lack of motivation to pursue education, and pressure from social media. Many also feel unheard or excluded from decisions affecting them. These combined issues negatively impact their well-being, personal growth, and sense of belonging within the community.

I learned about this board/commission through social media. I follow local community pages and youth organizations, and when I saw the announcement about the opportunity to get involved, it caught my attention. I researched the commission’s work and mission, and I’m excited about the chance to contribute and represent youth voices.

I bring leadership, communication, and teamwork skills from school clubs, volunteer work, and community projects. I’m a good listener, open-minded, and committed to positive change. I also carry board experience as I am currently on the Executive Board for Girl Scouts Heart of Central California.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

Submission ID: 30c7bd9d-fffa-49b9-ab7d-97b0ed1b505e Page 4/6 #5..
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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
I learned about it through social media.

In my free time, I really enjoy playing tennis. It’s a sport that challenges me physically and mentally, helping me stay active and focused. I love the competition and the way tennis pushes me to improve my skills and strategy. It’s also a great way to relieve stress and connect with friends.

Another passion of mine is spending time with my dog. Playing fetch, going on long walks, or just relaxing together helps me unwind and feel happy. My dog’s energy and companionship bring a lot of joy into my life, and those moments help me recharge after busy days.

Both tennis and time with my dog are important to me because they balance out my schoolwork and other responsibilities. They keep me motivated, grounded, and energized, and I really value having those outlets to enjoy life and stay healthy.

Submission ID: 30c7bd9d-fffa-49b9-ab7d-97b0ed1b505e Page 5/6 #5..
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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/23/2025 9:59 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
Submission ID: fb68be65-b4c1-4cb3-be98-1fcd277aa93b Page 1/6 #5..
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Applicant Information & Background
Lakshmana
Medam

Modesto High School
9th
High School Student
Modesto
California
95356
Submission ID: fb68be65-b4c1-4cb3-be98-1fcd277aa93b Page 2/6 #5..
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Qualifications
Yes
I intend to represent the youth voice in this community and make a positive change for every youth in need in Modesto. My desire is to learn about the local government and be a crucial influence in the process between local youth empowerment and city decisions whilst building a professional network with local leaders in order to achieve this goal.

In my view, substance abuse and mental health crises are among the most pressing issues confronting youth in our community. Teen usage of drugs is becoming an ever-increasing issue in the community, and studies have reported that youth depression is up in the Modesto area. These two issues can be remedied to a great extent with the right resources.

I learned about this board through family members.

Dedication and commitment are a few of the qualities I possess which can aid me in a role in the Youth Commission. I have remained loyal to the activities I started, including school sports, extracurriculars, and more. Also, I have experience working with and teaching people of all ages through my karate endeavors and academic pursuits in school.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
My sister helped found the program when she was in high school and she informed me of this commission.

I enjoy reading a good book for hours at a time during the summer, and I like to play certain video games with my friends during free time. Additionally, I enjoy playing volleyball with my middle school friends at the park.

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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/24/2025 9:30 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
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Applicant Information & Background
Lavanya
Bansal

Modesto High School
12 High School Student
Modesto
California
95356
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Qualifications
Yes
Serving on the Youth Commission means being part of something I can contribute to and make an impact in my community. Advocacy encourages youth to stand up for what they believe in, and I hope to be part of this initiative by collaborating with established leaders to enhance civic engagement opportunities and improve the quality of life for youth.

One primary issue I have seen is the impact of socioeconomic factors on opportunities. Where a person lives and their economic background greatly influence access to resources, but youth should be given the chance to participate in activities that further their interests. Youth should be encouraged to continue growing, not held back for trying.

I learned about the commission I am applying for through social media, specifically via Instagram on the Modesto Parks & Recreation page.

My strong work ethic, attention to detail, and collaboration are valuable skills I can bring to the commission. My learning experiences from Leadership Academy, StanYEA Advocacy Design Team, PHAST, and legislative ambassador for the American Cancer Society enable me to meaningfully contribute to increasing youth participation in government affairs.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Social Media (Instagram)

I like to stay grounded by playing soccer or softball to clear my head, and cooking/baking to express my creativity with new recipes and flavors. I enjoy listening to music, reading, and challenging myself with cross-stitch and crochet patterns. These hobbies help me stay engaged, develop my skills, and broaden my outlook on other aspects of life.

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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
08/23/2025 11:53 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
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Applicant Information & Background
Raiden
Manabat

Modesto High School
12 Student
Modesto
California
95355
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission to have a greater impact within my community. I truly believe that the Youth Commission will allow me to serve and support others while providing an opportunity for personal growth and development. Finally, I want to help make a positive impact on the youth of Modesto and the future of our city.

The primary issues currently impacting youth in our community includes substance abuse, mental health & violence. I think these issues are related as the use of vapes and marijuana is prevalent, ultimately leading to mental health issues. Violence at school is also an issue as students don't know how to deescalate situations without their fists.

Social Media (Instagram) and my friend suggested that I should apply.

I have two years of leadership experience as Class President and Vice president; managing dances and homecomings. I am currently apart of the SCOE Leadership Academy and I believe that I am kind, a good listener, respectful, able to adapt and also resilient. I feel as though I can have a conversation with anyone and connect deeply with the youth.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Social media (Instagram) and my friend suggested that I should apply.

During my free time, I like to go outside and enjoy nature. I really like hiking, skiing, swimming and playing pickleball. In addition, I enjoy working out and keeping myself healthy. I also like learning about interesting history and skills on YouTube and I love playing any sports and hanging out with my friends.

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Boards, Commissions and Committees Application
07/24/2025 7:42 PM (PDT)
Advisory Boards and Commissions Application
City of Modesto

1. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Manager in matters about youth and initiatives, policies, and programs impacting the youth in the City;

2. Formulate and recommend programs to the City Council relating to the concerns and needs of youth in the City.

4. Work with other youth organizations in the City and other communities to share ideas and strategies for increased youth engagement.

5. Act in an advisory capacity to other City commissions in matters of youth-related concerns and programs.

6. Receive reports from City staff on ongoing efforts and strategies that are established by the City related to youth activities.

7. Work with City staff to promote better youth services and to find solutions to concerns involving youth in the City.

Read full ByLaws, membership requirements and view current members and vacancies.

No
No

No
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Applicant Information & Background
Sade
Diaz Martinez

Modesto High School
12 Hourly Jobs
Modesto
California
95350
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Qualifications
Yes
I want to serve on the Youth Commission because I’m passionate about giving youth a voice in decisions that affect our lives. As someone actively involved in school, community service, and leadership roles, I want to help create more opportunities for youth engagement, represent diverse perspectives, and work toward positive change in Modesto.

Many youth in Modesto face mental health struggles, school safety concerns, and unequal access to resources like safe parks and housing. These issues impact well-being and opportunities. I want to help uplift youth voices and work toward solutions that make our community safer, healthier, and more inclusive for all.

I bring leadership, creativity, and a deep commitment to service. As founder of a school nonprofit, social media manager for multiple teams, and a bilingual student in the IB program, I know how to collaborate, communicate, and advocate effectively for diverse youth voices in our community.

Yes
If selected, I commit to attending all my meetings and serving diligently to represent the youth of Modesto on the Youth Commission.

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Questionnaire

Other (Please specify)
Instagram Posts

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Appointments CommitteeSeptember 10, 2025

Appointments Committee
September 10, 2025