TOWN OF CUTLER BAY
PUBLIC NOTICE
MEMBER(S) WANTED
YOUTH COUNCIL COMMITTEE
2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
THE TOWN OF CUTLER BAY TOWN COUNCIL IS
SEEKING SCHOOL STUDENTS RESIDING IN CUTLER
BAY TO BE APPOINTED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL TO
SERVE ON THE TOWN’S YOUTH COUNCIL
COMMITTEE. THE YOUTH COUNCIL, CREATED BY
TOWN RESOLUTION 12-63, WILL ADVISE AND MAKE
APPROPRIATE RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE TOWN
COUNCIL REGARDING ISSUES OF SPECIAL INTEREST
TO YOUTHS.
INTERESTED RESIDENT STUDENTS PLEASE PROVIDE
THE ATTACHED APPLICATION, AND A LIST OF
QUALIFICATIONS, OR OTHER RELEVANT
INFORMATION TO THE OFFICE OF TOWN CLERK.
Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Town Clerk at 305-234-4262,
email to deastman@cutlerbay-fl.gov or in person at 10720 Caribbean
Boulevard, Suite #105, Cutler Bay, FL 33189
Debra E. Eastman, MMC
Town Clerk
TOWN OF CUTLER BAY
10720 Caribbean Boulevard, Suite 105
Cutler Bay, Florida 33189
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APPLICATION
BACKGROUND:
Thank you for your interest in the Town of Cutler Bay Youth Council Committee. The purpose of
the Council is to stimulate community service and foster a better understanding among young people
of how municipal government works.
Youth councils are an excellent means of promoting regular and active civic engagement among
young people, which is vitally important to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to the next
generation of local leaders.
The Youth Council Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the Cutler Bay Town Council.
The Youth Council Committee shall consist of six (6) students and shall be appointed as
follows: Five (5) students to be appointed by the Town Council (one per Councilmember) and one
(1) student to be appointed by the School District. All students serving on the Youth Council
Committee shall be Town residents.
ELIGIBILITY:
Applicants must be between the ages of 13-18 and reside within the boundaries of the Town of
Cutler Bay.
MEETINGS:
The Youth Council shall hold at least one (1) regular meeting per month from August through May.
Members are expected to participate in at least one town event and to attend one (1) Town Council
meeting during the year, not including the meeting at which the Youth Council’s final report is
presented.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Complete all fields on pages 2 and 3, and submit application to:
Town of Cutler Bay
Office of the Town Clerk
10720 Caribbean Boulevard, Suite #105
Cutler Bay, Florida 33189
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TOWN OF CUTLER BAY
YOUTH COUNCIL COMMITTEE
APPLICATION
STUDENT INFORMATION
Student Name: ____________________________
Home Address: ___________________________
Home Phone: _____________________________
School Name: _____________________________
Parent/ Guardian Name: _____________________
Email Address: ____________________________
City: __________ State: ____ Zip Code: ________
Cell Phone: ________________________________
Grade Level: _____________ Age: ____________
Parent/Guardian Phone: _____________________
I have read and understand the commitment required as a member of the Town of Cutler Bay
Youth Council Committee. I will be a positive representative of youth in the community and serve to
accomplish the goals and duties of the Youth Council Committee.
Student Signature: __________________________ Date: _________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION
I hereby give permission for __________________________________ to apply to and participate as
a member of the Town of Cutler Bay Youth Council Committee.
Parent/Guardian Signature: ___________________ Date: __________________________________
STUDENT ASSESSMENT
1. Why do you want to serve as a member of the Town of Cutler Bay Youth Council Committee?
2. Explain how you are involved in your school and/or community. List all extracurricular activities.
3. What skills, talents and abilities do you have that will be beneficial in accomplishing the goals and
duties of the Town of Cutler Bay Youth Council Committee?
YOUTH COUNCIL COMMITTEE APPLICATION
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TOWN OF CUTLER BAY
YOUTH COUNCIL COMMITTEE
APPLICATION
REFERENCES
List two (2) adult references (non-relatives) with phone numbers.
Reference I
First Name: _____________________________
Relationship: ____________________________
Phone: _________________________________
Email: _________________________________
Reference II
First Name: _____________________________
Relationship: ____________________________
Phone: _________________________________
Email: _________________________________
Last Name: _____________________________
Years Known: ___________________________
Last Name: _____________________________
Years Known: ___________________________
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
Attach one (1) letter of recommendation from a staff/faculty member from your school.
YOUTH COUNCIL COMMITTEE APPLICATION
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