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Agenda Item No. 11
CITY OF YUCAIPA
AGENDA REPORT
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Megan Wolfe, Director of Community Services r
Sarah Martinez, Community Services Recreation Superintendent MIA *CM City Council Meeting of June 10, 2024
Youth Advisory Committee Appointment
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council:
1) Review the attached Application for the At -Large Membership to the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC); and
2) Vote on the appointment of the nominated applicant.
DISCUSSION:
The YAC serves as an advisory body to the City Council and the intent is to improve youth involvement in City issues, activities and provide committee members with a roadmap for success.
The City received an application from, new applicant, Melanie Lomeli on May 13, 2024. On May 15, 2024, City staff, Mayor Pro Tem Venable, and YAC Member Ramirez met with Ms. Lomeli and recommended her for appointment. Appointing Melanie Lomeli will fill all vacancies.
Any member of the City Council may nominate an individual for membership on the YAC. A majority vote of the Council is required for an appointment to be made.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact as a result of this action.
Attachment:
1. Citizen Service Application
Approved by:
ATTACHMENT 1
UCAIPA
OUTH
ADVISORY (Of41ITTEE
APPLICATION
City of Yucaipa
34272 Yucaipa Boulevard
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-7460
Youth Advisory Committee Packet
Date:
By:
RECEIVED
The Yucaipa City Council is seeking young adults interested in contributing to the city by exploring city processes and learning to be effective spokespeople for the youth of Yucaipa. Meetings are typically held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month, in the Community Meeting Room. at City Hall. If appointed, you will serve a two (2) year term. fulfilling term dates.
Applications must be fully completed to be reviewed by and considered. The application should be typed or clearly printed and filed with the City Clerk, located at City Hall. Applicants must be between the ages of 14 and 20 years and either attend school or live within the City of Yucaipa boundaries. Applications are accepted until the Committee is filled.
REQUIREMENTS
The following documents are required when turning in an application:
I. Completed Youth Advisory Committee Packet, including application questions.
2. One Letter of Recommendation
3. Copy of school 1.D.. California 1.D.. or Drivers License (verification of age and boundary status)
SELECTION
The following is an outline of the selection process. This process typically takes 3 to 4 weeks.
1. Application received by City Clerk and provided to Committee's City Staff Liaison
2. Application reviewed by Selection Committee
3. Applicant verbally interviewed by Selection Committee
4. If recommended by Selection Committee. attend City Council Meeting for City Council Approval/Appointment
S. If approved by City Council, then applicant is appointed to the Committee effective that Council Meeting date.
CITY OF YUCAIPA: YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE PACKET 2023/2024
UCAIPA
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City of Yucaipa
34272 Yucaipa Boulevard
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-7460
Youth Advisory Committee Packet
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CITY OF YUCAIPA; YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE PACKET 2023/2024
UCAIPA
OUTH
• ADVISORY COMMITTEE
City of Yucaipa
34272 Yucaipa Boulevard
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-7460
Youth Advisory Committee Packet
Date:
By:
RECEIVED
RELEASE OF LIABILITY
i hereby certify that all statements made in this application are true. I acknowledge that false statements or misrepresentations on this application will be cause for refusal of placement or immediate dismissal at any time during my appointment. I know of no physical limitations, which would preclude my accepting this position. I understand this is a non -paid position with no promise, expressed or implied, of consideration for future employment.
Signature of applicant: Date:
SPECIAL NOTE: Members of the City of Yucaipa Youth Advisory Committee are required to serve a two (2) year term, attend two (21 meetings per month, and complete a minimum of 10 hours of community service annually. Attendance and completion of a Brown Act and Code of Ethics Training is required every two years while serving on the Committee. There will be one local field trip, with the option of attending more, if desired.
Youth Advisory Committee members are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from meetings.
The Youth Advisory Committee shall be empowered to establish and maintain responsibilities consistent with City of Yucaipa Municipal Code and all other ordinances and regulations of the City of Yucaipa and with the laws of the State of California, consistent with the following general purpose:
To develop leadership skills and promote community involvement, with, for, and by youth; to encourage them to initiate and review proposals for programs. projects, and facilities as they pertain to youth; promote youth involvement in community events, programs, or volunteer projects through public education, the schools, and community organizations; and act in an advisory capacity to the City Council in all other policy matters pertaining to youth. Participants will increase their understanding of city government with the goal of learning to be effective advocates for youth -oriented issues.
If under 18, a parent/guardian must sign -for you to participate:
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Signature:
If under 18, a parent/guardian must answer the following:
I give the City of Yucaipa. permission to photograph my child while participating in Youth Advisory Committee meetings and activities.
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Applications may be mailed or uanu uvuYcICU su.
City of Yucaipa
Attention: Sarah Martinez, Community Services Recreation Superintendent 34272 Yucaipa Boulevard, Yucaipa, CA 92399
CITY OF YUCAIPA; YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE PACKET 2023/2024
YUCAIPA HIGH SCHOOL
www.yucaipahigh.com
33000 Yucaipa Boulevard, Yucaipa, CA 92399
Phone (909) 797-0106
FAX (909) 790-3200 Records Fax (909)790-3219
May 13, 2024
1 To whom it may concern,
I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation for Melanie Lomeli. I have known Melanie since she became my Honors Chemistry student in August 2023.
Melanie is a wonderful young person. She is cheerful and has a ready smile. Her positive attitude makes her well -regarded by classmates, and is willing to help out a peer. Melanie is intelligent, but what sets her apart is heir• work ethic. She is determined to do her best and sets herself a high standard of achievement.
When faced with what she thinks is a sub -par result on an assignment, she doesn't give up. She pushes forward with a growth mindset and responds with more focus for the next attempt. 1 In terms of the general attributes of a student, Melanie checks off all the boxes. She is punctual and has great attendance. She is responsible when doing classroom activities such as labs. She consistently does all of her assigned work.
I give Melanie Lomeli my highest recommendation, and I feel she would be an ideal candidate for Yucaipa Youth Advisory. If there are further questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerel
Kathryn Elliott
Chemistry Teacher and Science Department Chairperson
Yucaipa High School
[email protected]
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