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CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
YOUTH COUNCIL APPLICATION
About the Winter Springs Youth Council
The Winter Springs Youth Council (WSYC) is an ad-hoc advisory board that provides appropriate
recommendations to the City Commission regarding issues of special interest to youths within the
City. The Winter Springs Youth Council shall consist of no more than twelve and no fewer than six
members. WSYC responsibilities include:
To make recommendations to the City Commission on matters affecting youth in the City;
To increase and make recommendations regarding increasing youth participation and
involvement in local government;
To seek and recommend ways to improve communication with students in area schools;
To organize and perform service projects, events or functions that benefit the City of Winter
Springs community, subject to approval of the City Manager;
To recommend the creation of recognition programs for youth; and
To perform any other youth-related matters assigned by the City Commission or City
Manager.
Member & Term Requirements
Winter Springs Youth Council requirements include:
Resident of the City of Winter Springs for a minimum of six months preceding appointment
and shall maintain said residency during their term
Between the ages of 14 and 18 years old
Enrolled in high school or entering high school, which may be a public school, private school,
or home school
Members shall serve terms one year in length and may reapply each year of enrollment in high
school. Members shall be appointed on or before August 1 of each year.Members shall be
automatically removed for lack of attendance at three consecutive, regularly scheduled meetings
or failure to attend at least two-thirds of the regularly scheduled meetings during a calendar year.
Members of the Winter Springs Youth Council are considered Public Officers of the City of Winter
Springs. Members are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.
As Public Officers, members are required to abide by the Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and the
Florida Sunshine Law, which pertain to members if appointed to the Winter Springs Youth Council.
sole obligation and duty to comply with such laws.
Applicant Information
Applicants for the Youth Council may be requested to interview with the respective appointing City
Commissioner or Mayor and the staff liaison. Please return completed applications to the City of
Winter Springs Winter Springs Youth Council Coordinator, Brooke Rissi, at 1126 East State Road 434,
Winter Springs, FL 32708 or email to brissi@winterspringsfl.org.
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City State Zip Code
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Phone Number Email Address
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2020/2021 School Year Grade School Name
Are you able to attend meetings and activities of Youth Council for one year?
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Do you have reliable transportation to meetings and activities?
Yes No
Are you in good academic standing?
Yes No
Please list all activities that you participate in during the school year. Include sports, employment,
school groups, community service, and extra-curriculum activities.
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Short Answer Questions
You may include additional pages to complete answers if necessary.
1.Why do you wish to serve on the Winter Springs Youth Council? What do you hope to gain by
this experience?
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2.What are the most important issues to you, your friends, and your family concerning our
community?
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3.What characteristics or skills do you possess that make you a great representative?
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4.Describe past experiences that have prepared you for this leadership role.
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Letters of Recommendation
Please submit two (2) letters of recommendations from a teacher, counselor, parent (home
schooled students), or coach.
Parent/Legal Guardian Agreement
I give my permission for the above named applicant to seek a position on the City of Winter
Springs Youth Council and I have read and understand the commitments required for the
Council.
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Printed Name Phone Number
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Email Address Relationship to Student
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Parent/Legal Guardian Signature Date
Commitment Statement
I understand that being a member of the City of Winter Springs Youth Council carries certain
responsibilities. I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner as a representative of my
City.
You hereby represent to the City of Winter Springs under penalties of perjury that the
information provided herein is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge and the City
of Winter Springs has the right to rely on that information.
You hereby acknowledge that you must abide by the Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and
the Florida Sunshine Law, which pertain to you if you are appointed to the Winter Springs
Youth Council. If appointed it is your sole obligation and duty to comply with such laws.
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Student Signature Date
Dear, Winter Springs Event Coordination Staff
I have known Erik for more than two years now, and have served as both a coach and
employer. In both of these capacities and for as long I have known him, Erik has been an
excellent student and employee, showing great responsibility and dedication to his work.
Erik has worked hard as a lifeguard and comes to work with a smile and good attitude
every day. As well as this Erik has shown great skill in connecting with club members and
serving patrons with courtesy and efficiency. I believe these qualities have more than
displayed that Erik would make a great fit for a position within the Winter Springs Youth
Council, and work well with other members, and I hope you will see this as well.
Ken Cobb
Head Coach at Longwood Aquatics
Aquatics Director for the Heathrow Racquet Club
Email: Admin@LongwoodAquatics.com