REPORT TO YOUTH COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Discuss and Take Action on Youth Commission FY 2025/26 Work Plan & Goals
Report
BACKGROUND
The Youth Commission develops an annual work plan through discussions of current trends and civic needs that relate to the youth and teen population. The annual work plan drives the activities of the Commission throughout the term. The Commission established goals over the past few terms including promoting health and wellness, providing public outreach and education, and fostering community inclusiveness.
DISCUSSION
At the April 7, 2026 meeting, the Youth Commission updated committee reports for the FY2025/26 Work Plan: Youth Empowerment, Community Building, and Civic Engagement.
Community Building Committee
The committee hosted a SC Hackathon on March 21, 2026, at the Youth and Teen Center. There were three teams who competed to create a solution that would help youth health and well-being.
Civic Engagement Committee
The committee is planning to host a Narcan demonstration in collaboration with the City of Santa Clara Library. They are continuing their work on finalizing the welcome package.
Youth Empowerment Committee
The committee has completed their “What Can You Do with a Library Card?” video and has sent it to the City of Santa Clara Library for their review and approval.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that it is a governmental organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environment.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Youth Commission agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Discuss and take action on the activities and efforts in support of the Youth Commission’s Work Plan & Goals for FY 2025/26.
Staff
Prepared by: Rich Casem, Recreation Coordinator
Reviewed by: Kimberly Castro, Recreation Manager
Approved by: Damon Sparacino, Director of Parks & Recreation
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Youth Commission Work Plan 2025-26