Apply for the Youth Advisory Committee

Published on April 25, 2025

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The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) seeks to engage future leaders of Menlo Park by encouraging youth to take an active leadership role in the community. The YAC aims to foster a greater involvement of youth in municipal government and civic affairs. The YAC advises the Parks and Recreation Commission and City staff on activities, events and programs to meet the needs of youth and teens in the community.

Students enrolling in grades nine–12 who live within Menlo Park City limits or attend a Menlo Park high school are invited to apply to serve a one-year term from Sept. 2025 through May 2026.

The deadline to apply is Friday, June 13.

Learn more and apply

Interested students should:

  • Demonstrate leadership in school and/or community activities.
  • Express an interest in advising the City Council and Staff on teen issues and representing your fellow teens.
  • Be willing to commit about eight hours per month.
  • Be able to commit to at least a one-year term.


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