The City of Chelsea is accepting applications for its Youth Commission. Members will advise and assist the City Council, the School Committee, and the City Manager in the development of policies, programs, and delivery of services for the health and welfare of Chelsea’s youth and their families. The Youth Commission is comprised of 11 members each being appointed to the position for a one-year term beginning in September, 2020. Interested applicants must be Chelsea residents between the ages of 13 and 20 and currently enrolled in high school. Members will be appointed by the City Manager with the approval of the City Council.
Ideal members of the Youth Commission have a solution-focused attitude and are passionate about making an impact on their community. Members meet the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month and attend additional meetings as needed. Youth interested in being considered for the Commission need to fully commit to making a difference in our community. Applications are available online at https://tinyurl.com/chelseayouthcommissionapply, in Spanish at https://tinyurl.com/solicitudchelsea. For more information call 617-466-4073 or email [email protected].