2023-10-09 SYAC PacketSouthlake Youth Action Commission
October 09, 2023
13CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
MEMORANDUM
October 6, 2023
TO: Southlake Youth Action Commission
FROM: Milenka Lopez, Assistant to the Director
SUBJECT: Agenda Item Comments for the Southlake Youth Action Commission
meeting on Monday, October 09, 2023, at 4:15pm
The meeting will be held on Monday, October 10, 2022, at the Legends Hall Legacy
Meetinq Rooms at the Marg Southlake. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please
notify staff at 817. 748.8963 or mlopez(cb-ci.southlake.tx.us
Regular Agenda:
Agenda Item No. 1. Call To Order
2. Agenda Item No. 2. Consent
A. Approval of the minutes from the Mav 8. 2023. Southlake Youth Action
Commission meeting - Please make any corrections to the minutes part of the
motion for consideration.
3. Agenda Item No. 3. Discussion
A. Staff and Student Introductions- This item allows for the staff liaisons, members
and alternates of the Southlake Youth Action Commission to introduce
themselves. No packet document.
B. Expectations and Bylaws Review- This item allows for a discussion about SYAC
participation expectations and a review of the Bylaws. A copy of the SYAC
Bylaws is included in your packet.
C. 2023-2024 Activities- This item allows for a discussion of planned SYAC
activities for the 2023-2024 school year. A draft calendar is included in your
packet.
D. Guest Speaker and Activity: Community Events Planning with Festivals and
Events Coordinator, Dylan Duque- This item allows for a discussion with
Economic Development staff about the fundamentals of community events
planning. A planning activity for the 2023 Home for the Holidays community
event will follow the discussion. No packet document.
Southlake Youth Action Commission
October 09, 2023
4. Agenda Item No. 4. Adjournment
We appreciate your commitment and service to the City.
Liaison Contact Information:
Milenka Lopez
Assistant to the Director
STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION:
Telephone- (817) 748-8963
285 Shady Oaks Drive, Southlake, Texas 76092
Milenka Lopez, Assistant to the Director, mlopez@ci.southlake.tx.us
CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
SOUTHLAKE YOUTH ACTION COMMISSION MEETING: MONDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2023
LOCATION: LEGENDS HALL LEGACY MEETING ROOMS THE MARQ SOUTHLAKE
285 Shady Oaks Drive
Southlake, Texas 76092
TIME: 4:15 p.m.
AGENDA:
1. Call to Order
2. Consent
A. Approve the minutes from the May 8, 2023, SYAC meeting
3. Discussion
A. Staff and Student Introductions
B. Expectations and Bylaws Review
C. 2023-2024 Activity Overview
D. Guest Speaker and Activity: Community Events Planning with Festivals
and Events Coordinator, Dylan Duque
4. Adjournment
CERTIFICATE
I hereby certify that the above agenda was posted on the official bulletin boards at Town
Hall, 1400 Main StreRt�%SwWjqke, Texas, on Friday, October 6, 2023, by 6:00 p.m.
pil uant to Chapter &qhe �` "s Government Code.
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If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special needs, please advise
the City Secretary 48 hours in advance at 817.748.8016 and reasonable accommodations will be made to
assist you.
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
CITY OF
SOUTH LAKE
SOUTHLAKE YOUTH ACTION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES: MONDAY, MAY 8, 2023
LOCATION: THE MARQ SOUTHLAKE
Champions Club- Hall of Fame Rooms
285 Shady Oaks Drive
Southlake, Texas 76092
TIME: 4:15 p.m.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chair Srishthi Das, Secretary Allison Bedwell, Ryan
Brown, and Anthony Thomas
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Chair Eesha Suri, Sarah Ali, and Sanvi Kishinchandani
ALTERNATES PRESENT: Diya Sunil, William Zhang, Anya Reddy, and Sophia Wilwayco
ALTERNATES ABSENT: Maya Perera, Annika Rao, Maya Kalra, Kanha Jain, Arya Kalra,
and Sara Jamal
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Assistant to the Director of Community Services, Milenka Lopez
AGENDA:
Call to Order — Meeting was called to order at 4:21 PM by Secretary Allison Bedwell.
2. Consent
A. ADDrove the minutes from the Southlake Youth Action Commission m
held April 10, 2023- Motion to approve the minutes with no corrections was
made by Vice Chair Srishthi Das and seconded by Secretary Allison Bedwell.
Motion carried (7-0), with Sophia Wilwayco, Diya Sunil, Annika Rao, and
Anya Reddy voting as alternates.
3. Discussion
A. Guest Speaker City of Southlake Mayor John Huffman -
City of Southlake Mayor John Huffman spoke to the Southlake Youth Action
Commission members about the role of City Council in local government, the
policy side of governance, and the importance of gaining public speaking
skills. The Mayor then was available to answer questions.
Direction to Staff- None.
B. End of Year Wrap Up
Assistant to the Director, Milenka Lopez presented ideas for next year's
project and was available to answer questions and take suggestions. Having
booths in upcoming City Events, collaboration with local charities, and helping
with event planning were all suggested by members.
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
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Southlake Youth Action Commission
Meeting Date —May 08, 2023
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Direction to Staff- None.
4. Adjournment — Vice Chair Das adjourned the meeting at 5:20 p.m.
SYAC Representative
Staff Liaison
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
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BY-LAWS
OF THE
SOUTHLAKE YOUTH ACTION COMMISSION
ARTICLE I
PURPOSE AND POWERS
Section 1.1 Purpose
The Southlake City Council established the Southlake Youth Action Commission to act as an
advisory board to the City Council in all matters effecting youth programs and Issues.
Section 1.2 Powers
In fulfillment of its purpose, the Southlake Youth Action Commission shall be governed by
Ordinances Nos. 610, 723, and 969.
ARTICLE II
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Section 2.1 Membership
(a) The youth action commission shall consist of seven (7) students enrolled in school
grades nine (9) through twelve (12) that reside in the city of Southlake or attend
Carroll Independent School District.
(b) The youth action commission may appoint up to thirteen (13) alternates. Alternates
must also be enrolled in grades nine (9) through twelve (12), and reside in the city of
Southlake or attend Carroll Independent School District.
(b) Members are appointed after submitting an application at the beginning of each
school year.
Section 2.2 Meetings of the Commission
The Commission shall endeavor to hold meetings monthly on the 2nd Monday of each month
except during June, July, August, and September at times and places it may designate.
All meetings and deliberations of the commission shall be called, convened, held and
conducted, and notice shall be given to the public, in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas
Local Government Code.
Members not able to attend a regular meeting or special meeting shall notify the Community
Services staff liaison or the Chairman of the Commission by 12:00 noon of the meeting day.
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Section 2.3 Special Meetings
Upon the request of any Commission member, the Chairman shall call a special meeting of
the Commission. The Chairman shall fix a place and time for such special meetings of the
Commission subject to posting public notice in compliance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Local
Government Code.
Section 2.4 Quorum
A simple majority of the Commission shall constitute a quorum to conduct official business
of the Commission.
Section 2.5 Conduct of Business
(a) At the meeting of the Commission, matters pertaining to the business of the
Commission, as posted on the agenda, shall be considered in accordance with the
rules of procedure as from time to time prescribed by the Commission.
(b) At all meetings of the Commission, the Chair shall preside. In the absence of the
Chair, the Vice Chair shall preside. In absence of both the Chair and the Vice Chair,
the secretary shall reside.
(c) The Chair shall be a voting member of the Commission.
(d) Minutes of each Commission meeting shall be filed with the City Secretary and made
available upon request.
Section 2.6 Vacancies
Any vacancy occurring in the board shall be filled by remaining Standing members for the
length of the unexpired term. Should no qualified Standing members seek election to one of the
replacement positions then any alternate member shall be eligible to seek the position.
Section 2.7 Staff Liaisons
The City Manager shall designate a staff member to attend the SYAC Commission meetings
and communicate between the Commission and the city.
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ARTICLE III
OFFICERS
Section 3.1 Officers and Terms of Office
(a) The Officers of the Commission shall be a Chair, Vice -Chair, and Secretary.
(b) At the second regular meeting of each year, the commission shall elect by majority
vote from the Standing members, the officers. The officers shall serve one year terms
or until their successors are elected.
(c) Any officer shall be subject to removal from office at any time by a vote of the
majority of the Commission.
(d) A vacancy in the office of any elected officer shall be filled by a vote of the majority
of the commission members at the next regular meeting, following the effective date
of the vacancy.
Sections 3.2 Powers of the Chair
The Chair shall preside at all meetings of the commission and perform all duties incident to
the office of the chair.
Section 3.3 Vice Chair
In the absence of the Chair, or in the event of his/her inability or refusal to act, the Vice -
Chair shall perform the duties of the Chair. And when so acting shall have all the powers of and
be subject to all the restrictions upon the Chair.
Section 3.4 Compensation
SYAC members shall not receive any salary or compensation for their services as SYAC
members.
ARTICLE IV
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Section 4.1 Roles and Responsibilities
The roles and responsibilities of the Southlake Youth Advisory Commission shall be to:
(a) Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council, City Manager and other city Boards
and Commissions on youth programs and issues affecting the youth of Southlake.
(b) Planning, organizing, coordinating and carrying out other activities for the youth of
the community, including establishing guidelines, rules and procedures for
participation in such activities.
(c) Recommend policies to improve youth services.
(d) Participate in community service projects to encourage youth to make a difference in
the community through volunteerism.
(e) SYAC shall review and submit by May 31 of each year a written report of its
activities for the previous year and an annual plan of work for the ensuing year.
ARTICLE V
AMENDMENTS TO BYLAWS
Section 5.1 Amendments to Bylaws
These bylaws may be altered, amended or repealed and new bylaws may be adopted by a
majority of the SYAC members present at any regular meeting, or any special meeting, if at least
two (2) days written notice is given of an intention to alter, amend, or repeal these bylaws or to
adopt new bylaws at such meeting.
PASSED AND APPROVED at a regular meeting of the Southlake Youth Action
Commission of the City of Southlake, Texas the loth day of January, 2018.
PASSED AND APPROVED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Southlake, Texas this 1 st day of May, 2018.
Historical Tracking
May 9, 1997 Southlake Youth Action Commission
March 2, 2010 City Council
May 1, 2018 City Council
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Even S
2023-2024
October
November
December
Oct. 9 Welcome Meeting
• Nov. 13: Second Meeting
Dec. 11: Monthly Meeting
• Nov. 18: Home for the
Holidays
4:30 PM- 8:30 PM
• TBD: Adopt -A -Street
January
February
March
• Jan. 11: Monthly Meeting
• TBD: YAC Summit
• March 11: Monthly Meeting
• TBD: Adopt -A -Street
• Feb 12: Monthly Meeting
• TBD: Adopt -A- Street
April
May
• April 8: Monthly Meeting
• May 13: Monthly Meeting
• April 11: Intern Day (TBD)
• April 16: City Council
Southlake Youth
Presentation (TBD)
Action Commission
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