Thousand Oaks–City Seeks Residents to Serve on Youth Commission
The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking residents interested in contributing their talents towards shaping the quality of life in the community by serving on City commissions. The City is currently recruiting for nine (9) scheduled vacancies on the Youth Commission.
The Youth Commission is a City Council appointed committee that provides recommendations to Council on issues pertaining to youth. The Youth Commission sponsors community events such as the Therapeutic Dance and Youth Recognition Community Awards Ceremony. Service as a Youth Commissioner is a unique experience, offering opportunities to develop leadership skills, represent peers and work with local elected officials. There are currently nine (9) scheduled vacancies on the Youth Commission. Applicants must be City residents 12-18 years of age; entering 8th through 11th grade in Fall 2014 for a two year term; High School seniors may apply for a one year term, with prior Youth Commission service. Applications for the Youth Commission are due May 9, 2014. Staff contact is Francine Sprigel, (805) 381-7362 or [email protected].
Applicants are appointed to the commission after a standard review process. For further information on commission functions, please contact the staff member listed.
Applications and additional recruitment information may be accessed on the City’s Website at www.toaks.org, or may be requested from the City Clerk Department, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., 449-2151 or [email protected].
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I know these “commissions” may serve as stepping stones toward City Council seats. To be on a commission you need to go through some form of an interview. If you are chosen for a committee or commission it is because you fit the mold for the existing council members mindset.
They serve as a nursery for creating stepford city governments. If you really want to change city government, becoming part of it might not be the best way to achieve your goals.