Overview
The Committee is tasked with providing input to the City Council and City Administration regarding programs, services, projects and issues. Topics addressed by past Youth Advisory Committees include:
- Youth Activities & Youth Opinions
- Drug abuse and underage drinking prevention
- Environmental / Climate Awareness
The Youth Advisory Committee offers students the chance to:
- Be decision-makers for youth issues, needs, and opportunities.
- Build leadership skills.
- Earn community service hours.
- Learn about local government.
- Learn about local philanthropy.
- Give back to the community.
Members
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) consists of 20 youth representatives.
Regular Meetings
- 6:00 p.m.
- Portage City Hall - 7900 S. Westnedge Avenue
- One Monday per month (September through June)
2022 - 2023 Meeting Schedule |
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Sept. 12 | Oct. 10 | Nov. 14 | Dec. 12 | Jan. 9 |
Feb. 13 | Mar. 13 | Apr. 20 | May 15 | Jun. 12 |
Special Events
The Youth Advisory Committee is very active in the community and organizes several city-wide events. The YAC also volunteers at the Portage Community Center and learns about the role of local government.
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