The Youth Advisory Committee - or YAC - is tasked with providing input to the City Council and City Administration regarding programs, services, projects, and issues. Topics addressed by past Youth Advisory Committees include:
- Youth Activities & Youth Opinions
- Drug abuse and underage drinking prevention
- Environmental / Climate Awareness
The Youth Advisory Committee offers students the chance to:
- Be decision-makers for youth issues, needs, and opportunities
- Build leadership skills
- Earn community service hours
- Learn about local government
- Learn about local philanthropy
- Give back to the community
Members
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) consists of 30 youth representatives.
Regular Meetings
- 5:30 PM
- Portage City Hall - 7900 South Westnedge Avenue
- One Monday per month (September through June)
| September 8, 2025 | October 13, 2025 | November 10, 2025 | December 8, 2025 |
| January 12, 2026 | February 9, 2026 | March 19, 2026 | April 20, 2026* |
| May 11, 2026 |
| *3rd Monday in April |
Youth in Government Participant Sign-Up
To join, please complete our online application or paper application. Informational packets will be mailed to all new and returning YAC members and will include a release of liability form that must be signed and returned prior to the first meeting.
Members need to be full-time residents of the City of Portage or full-time residents within the Portage Public Schools district and be a full-time student.
The primary appointment period is in the month of May. Applications are always welcome but will be held until the next available appointment period. Committee terms begin July 1.
Special Events
The Youth Advisory Committee is very active in the community and organizes several city-wide events. The YAC also volunteers at the Portage Community Center and learns about the role of local government.
Check out the YAC Events web page for more information!
