Youth Commission

What is the Schertz Youth Commission?
 The Schertz Youth Commission is an organization that represents the City's high school age citizens. The
Commission has a total of 13 members consisting of two representatives appointed by each City Councilmember and three appointed by the Mayor. The Commission meets once a month or as required to discuss issues and concerns that affect the City's youth.

Who can be a member of the Schertz Youth Commission?
The Commission consists of thirteen student members who at the time of their appointment and throughout their term (i) reside in the City, (ii) attend public or private schools within or outside of the City or who are home schooled, (iii) are enrolled in grades 9 12, (iv) desire to contribute to the goals and objectives of the Commission, and (v) are available and agree to participate in the Commission's meetings and activities.

What does the Schertz Youth Commission do?
The Schertz Youth Commission is new, but similar commissions have played a critical role in drafting curfew laws and discussing the problems associated with and solutions for drag racing, among many other issues important to high school age youth and citizens generally. Commission members will have one-on-one contact with City Councilmembers and the Mayor to give the Commission's input regarding ways the City can be effectively involved in the concerns of Schertz's youth as well as all of Schertz's citizens.

Why should you join the Schertz Youth Commission?
You should join the Schertz Youth Commission because it will give you the opportunity to speak out and have an effective voice about your City. It will allow you to voice your concerns and come up with solutions to solve them. It will give you a chance to be part of your community and get involved in its growth and development. Your work will affect the youth of Schertz in a positive way now and for years to come.

How do you apply?
Contact the Economic Development Department 210.619.1073 and request an application. Fill out all the required information and submit it to the address on the Application. The application will be reviewed for completeness and you will be notified of the committee’s decision.

The Mayor, City Council and City Staff strongly supports the Schertz Youth Commission and
hope the youth ofour City want to be involved!