HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-10-25 YAC Agenda PacketDublin Senior Center 7600 Amador Valley Blvd
Dublin, CA 94568
Regular Meeting of the DUBLIN YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Location: Dublin Senior Center 7600 Amador Valley Blvd
Dublin, CA 94568
Regular Meeting 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. PRESENTATIONS
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
At this time, the public is permitted to address the Youth Advisory Committee on non-
agendized items. Please step to the podium and clearly state your name for the record.
COMMENTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED THREE (3) MINUTES. In accordance with State Law, no
action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The
Committee may respond to statements made or questions asked, or may request Staff to
report back at a future meeting concerning the matter. Any member of the public may
contact the Recording Secretary’s Office related to the proper procedure to place an item
on a future Youth Advisory Committee agenda. The exceptions under which the Committee
MAY discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in
Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3).
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are typically non-controversial in nature and are considered for
approval by the Youth Advisory Committee with one single action. Members of the
audience, Staff or the Youth Advisory Committee who would like an item removed from the
Consent Calendar for purposes of public input may request the Chair to remove the item.
4.1 Approval of the November 12, 2025, Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting
Minutes
The Committee will consider approving the November 12, 2025 Youth Advisory Committee
Regular Meeting minutes.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the November 12, 2025 Youth Advisory Committee Regular
Meeting.
Staff Report - November 12, 2025 Minutes Attachment 1 -November 12, 2025 Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
6.1 Ad Hoc Committees Updates and Discussion
The Committee will receive updates on the activities of various Ad Hoc
committees, including the KidVenture Night and Benefit Concert.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the updates from the KidVenture Night and Benefit Concert Ad Hoc Committees.
Staff Report
6.2 Youth Mental Health Forum Post-Event Discussion
The Committee will discuss the 2025 Youth Mental Health Forum.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Discuss the event, note successes, and recommend areas to improve for future events.
Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Youth Mental Health Forum Flyer
7. STAFF AND COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS
Brief information only reports from Committee Members and/or Staff, including
committee reports and reports by Committee Members related to meetings attended
at City expense (AB1234).
8. ADJOURNMENT
This AGENDA is posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) If requested, pursuant to Government Code Section 54953.2, this agenda shall be made
available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section
202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132) (ADA), and the
federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for
disability-related modification or accommodation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office (925)
833-6650 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Upon receiving a request, the City will
swiftly resolve requests for reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities,
consistent with the federal ADA, and resolve any doubt in favor of accessibility. Agenda
materials that become available within 72 hours in advance of the meeting, and after
publishing of the agenda, will be available at Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, and will be
posted on the City’s website at www.dublin.ca.gov/ccmeetings.
Mission
The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe, secure, and
sustainable environment, fosters new opportunities, and champions a culture of equity,
diversity, and inclusion
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STAFF REPORT
YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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Agenda Item 4.1
DATE: December 10, 2025
TO: Honorable Chair and Committee Members
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
Approval of November 12, 2025, Youth Advisory Committee Regular
Meeting Minutes
Prepared by: Crystal McLean, Senior Office Assistant
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Committee will consider approving the November 12, 2025, Youth Advisory Regular
Meeting minutes.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the November 12, 2025, Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The Youth Advisory Committee will consider approval of minutes from the November 12, 2025,
Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The Committee Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Minutes of the November 12, 2025, Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting.
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MINUTES OF THE
YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Regular Meeting: November 12, 2025
YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 12, 2025
REGULAR MEETING: 7:00 PM
A Regular Meeting of the Youth Advisory Committee was held on Wednesday,
November 12, 2025, at the Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin, CA
94568. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairperson Neel KarurParekh.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Attendee Name Status
Neel KarurParekh, Chairperson Present
Kaitlin Weiss, Vice Chairperson Present
Alex McComb, Committee Member Absent
Angad Hayer, Committee Member Present
Avika Vyawahare, Committee Member Present
Hrihaan Bhutani, Committee Member Absent
Landon Colley, Committee Member Present
Mehek Kothari, Committee Member Absent
Sharanya Donepudi, Committee Member Present
Trisha Bollapragada, Committee Member Present
Varnika Sathish, Committee Member Present
Vir Tawadia, Committee Member Present
Yma Santos, Committee Member Present
Prajval Balakavi, Alternate Committee Member Present
Sophie Ma, Alternate Committee Member Present
Tirtha Sivanandam, Alternate Committee Member Present
Sanjana Gidwani, PCSC Student Rep Present
2) PRESENTATIONS - None.
3) PUBLIC COMMENT
Susan Gardner, Teen Librarian, provided public comment regarding upcoming Library
events, including the Teen Winter Challenge “Never Stop Reading,” the Dublin Library
Book Sale, Make Crafts, and Teen Movie Night.
Attachment 1
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YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 12, 2025
4) CONSENT CALENDAR
4.1) Approved October 8, 2025, Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting
Minutes.
4.2) Approved October 15, 2025, Youth Advisory Committee Special Meeting
Minutes.
On a motion by Vice Chairperson Weiss, seconded by Committee Member Tawadia,
and by a unanimous vote, the Committee adopted the Consent Calendar.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Kaitlin Weiss, Vice Chairperson
SECOND: Vir Tawadia, Committee Member
AYES: KarurParekh, Weiss, Hayer, Vyawahare, Colley, Donepudi,
Bollapragada, Sathish, Tawadia, Santos, Balakavi, Ma, Sivanandam
ABSENT: McComb, Bhutani, Kothari
5) UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
6) NEW BUSINESS
6.1) Ad Hoc Committee Updates and Discussions
The Committee received updates on the Youth Mental Health Forum and Sister City
partnership with Bray, Ireland.
7) STAFF AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
Staff and Committee Members gave information only reports.
8) ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson KarurParekh adjourned the meeting at 7:21 PM.
______________________________
Neel KarurParekh, Chairperson
Youth Advisory Committee
ATTEST:
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Shalini Reddy, Recreation Coordinator
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STAFF REPORT
Youth Advisory Committee
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Agenda Item 6.1
DATE: December 10, 2025
TO: Honorable Chair and Committee Members
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
Ad Hoc Committees Updates and Discussion
Prepared by: Shalini Reddy, Recreation Coordinator
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Committee will receive updates on the activities of various ad hoc committees, including
the KidVenture Night and Benefit Concert.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the updates from the KidVenture Night and Benefit Concert Ad Hoc Committees.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The ad hoc committees continue to diligently prepare for upcoming community events aimed at
fostering youth engagement, mental health awareness, and supporting local programs. Below
is an update on the status of each event:
KidVenture Night
The KidVenture Night Ad Hoc Committee is actively planning this youth-led event designed to
provide Dublin’s younger residents with a fun, safe, and engaging evening of activities. The
committee is finalizing program elements such as group games, arts and crafts station s,
themed activity zones, and peer-led interactions. KidVenture Night aims to strengthen
community bonding and offer leadership opportunities for Youth Advisory Committee members
as they take the lead in designing and hosting various components of the even t.
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Benefit Concert
The Benefit Concert Ad Hoc Committee is developing the framework for a youth -driven concert
intended to spotlight local teen performers while raising funds to support youth -focused
initiatives. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the City’s Youth Fee Assistance
Program, helping ensure that all young residents can participate in recreation programs
regardless of financial barriers.
The committee is currently exploring potential performers, finalizing logistics such as
equipment needs and venue layout, and discussing marketing approaches to maximize
community attendance. The event will highlight youth talent, elevate youth leadership, and
promote philanthropy within the community.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The Committee Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
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STAFF REPORT
Youth Advisory Committee
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Agenda Item 6.2
DATE: December 10, 2025
TO: Honorable Chair and Committee Members
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
Youth Mental Health Forum Post-Event Discussion
Prepared by: Shalini Reddy, Recreation Coordinator
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Committee will discuss the 2025 Youth Mental Health Forum.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Discuss the event, note successes, and recommend areas to improve for future events.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
Background
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) has recognized the importance of addressing mental
health issues within the Dublin youth community. The YAC has prioritized this issue, and the
current committee continues to uphold its significance as part of its work plan. For the 5th
consecutive year, the YAC has chosen to plan and implement a mental health forum for Dublin
middle and high school youth, featuring panelists such as school counselors and local
therapists who work with youth to provide an overview of mental health issues and coping
strategies. The forum may also include students who have experienced mental health
challenges and wish to share their stories.
Event Details
The Youth Advisory Committee hosted the Youth Mental Health Forum (Forum) on November
13, 2025, at the Shannon Community Center. The Forum targeted middle and high -school-
aged youth and their parents. Panelists included a licensed psychologist, a community college
teacher, a youth ambassador for a mental health digital app, and Dublin Middle and High
School students. Panelists provided an overview of mental health issues, answered questions,
and discussed coping strategies.
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The Forum also included local organizations as table spon sors, providing further information
and resources for attendees. These organizations included Dublin High School NAMI, Dublin
High School BC2M, Dublin High School Mind4Youth, MANSE Minds, Z-Cares Foundation,
Psychology’s Stage, Soluna, Dublin High School Unfiltered, Inlight Psych, Emerald High
School NAMI, and Project Hope. There were approximately 50 people in attendance.
The Youth Mental Health Ad Hoc Committee planned the Forum, solicited panelists and table
sponsors, and created a video for advertising. The event was advertised at Dublin middle and
high schools, through social media, table sponsor websites, and The Wave digital displays.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The Committee Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Youth Mental Health Forum Flyer
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The City of Dublin Youth Advisory Committee is pleased to host theYouth Mental Health Forum
Thursday, November 13, 2025
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Shannon Community Center
11600 Shannon Avenue, Dublin CA 94568
The Youth Mental Health Forum is for middle school and high school youth and their parents.
Panelists will include school counselors, local therapists, teachers, coaches, and others who work with
youth, providing an overview of mental health issues youth experience, as well as coping strategies.
Parents and students are encouraged to attend. Discussion topics may include
anxiety, depression, isolation, and other mental health struggles.
Scan the QR code to submit your questions anonymously before the event.
For more information about this and other events hosted by the Youth Advisory
Committee please email youthadvisory@dublin.ca.gov.
Attachment 1
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