Youth Advisory Committee Application 2026-2027

City of Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee Application

for the 2026-2027 School Year
The City of Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) acts in an advisory capacity providing City Council and staff with valuable insight regarding youth and teen programs and services in our community. The YAC consists of a combined maximum total of 15 middle school and high school students for a minimum of a one year term.

YAC meets approximately twice per month, usually Mondays, from 4:30 - 6 p.m. at The View Teen Center during the school year (late August-early June).
Eligibility and Expectations
YAC is open to all students currently in 6th-11th grade. You must be a Mountain View resident to apply.

Interested students should:
- Demonstrate leadership in school and/or community activities.
- Express an interest in advising City Council and Staff on teen issues and representing your fellow teens.
- Be open minded and willing to work with their peers.
- Commit to attend meetings, to actively participate in discussions and group projects, and to volunteer at city events and community service opportunities.
Selection Process
City Staff will review all YAC applications. You will receive an email confirmation once your online application is received successfully. Please note that City Staff are typically available to review applications Tuesdays through Fridays. You can always reach out to us with any questions at YAC@mountainview.gov.

Interviews will be held in person at The View Teen Center on Wednesday, Apr. 1 and Thursday, Apr. 2 between 4:30-7 p.m. each day. You will schedule your interview during this application. More information on the interviews will be sent to you via email in late March.

The YAC Member size will not exceed 15. There are additional Member-At-Large spots available. In a typical year, more than 50 applications are submitted for limited spots. Applicants will be notified via email of the selection committee’s decision in June 2026.
Important Deadlines and Application Checklist
Your online application and one non-famial Letter of Recommendation highlighting your leadership, community involvement, volunteer experience, and/or responsibility must be submitted by Friday, Mar. 27, 2026 at 5 p.m.

Letters of Recommendation must be emailed by the recommender to YAC@mountainview.gov.

Questionnaire

Your answers should be a minimum of 3-5 sentences. Please be prepared to expand upon your answers and share additional insights during your in-person interview.
Why are you interested in joining the Youth Advisory Committee?
Share an example of a time when you demonstrated leadership or collaborated with others to achieve a common goal. How do you envision applying these skills within the Youth Advisory Committee?
Please describe your involvement in any other organizations or groups, such as school clubs, community councils, volunteer groups, tutoring programs, or other extracurricular activities. What roles did you hold, and what were your responsibilities?
Identify and discuss one significant challenge facing young people in our community. What specific solutions or initiatives would you propose to address these challenges? How can the Youth Advisory Committee effectively contribute to implementing and advocating for these solutions?
The YAC requires active participation and commitment. Can you outline any potential time constraints (school/club sports, jobs, clubs, extracurriculars, etc.), and how you would plan to balance your involvement in the committee with other responsibilities? YAC meetings are typically held on Mondays from 4:30-6 p.m. YAC-led events and volunteer opportunities are held weeknights and weekends.
Please share with us a personal or academic achievement that you are proud of.
I am a current YAC Member.Social Media or FlyerCity of Mountain View WebsiteCity of Mountain View Activity GuideSchool/Teacher/School AnnouncementsFriend/FamilyThe View Teen CenterOther

Schedule Your Interview
Interviews will be held in-person at The View Teen Center. Please schedule an interview below. Interviews are available on Wednesday, Apr. 1 and Thursday, Apr. 2, 2026. Interviews are held in groups and will last 15-20 minutes.*
COMMITMENT STATEMENT
I understand that spaces on the Youth Advisory Committee are limited. If selected, I am committed to attending all regular meetings, actively participating in Youth Advisory Committee projects and outings, and fulfilling the responsibilities of this role to the best of my ability.
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Eligibility and Expectations

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Important Deadlines and Application Checklist

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