WESTPORT, Conn. — The Westport Youth Commission is seeking 9th through 12th grade students and adults to volunteer for the 2016-2017 school year.  “The Youth Commission serves as a public forum for youth issues and advocates for youth needs and concerns in the community,” Human Services Director Barbara Butler said.  “Its 30 members, 15 students and 15 adults, are appointed by the First Selectman.” Incoming 9th grade students are invited to join the Freshman Committee prior to applying for appointment as sophomores.

If you are currently in grades 8 through 11 or an adult who is interested in discussing youth issues on a monthly basis while making a difference in your community we invite you to join.  The appointment process for youth and adults includes the submission of a letter of interest, a completed Interest Inventory and at least one letter of recommendation on behalf of the candidate. Completed documents must be received by April 8, 2016. The application and interest packet can be found on the Town of Westport website (www.westportct.gov) under “Appointed Boards: Youth Commission.” All WYC meetings are open to the public and are generally scheduled for the third Thursday of each month. Appointed WYC members commit to participate in at least one advocacy group and other tasks as needed throughout the year which may involve additional meetings. Please contact Kevin Godburn at 203-341-1155 or kgodburn@westportct.gov with any questions.

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