Youth Commission
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- PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the Gardena Board/Commission/Committee at publiccomment@cityofgardena.org two (2) hours before the meeting starts on the day of the meeting and write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
- ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
PUBLIC COMMENT: The Gardena Board/Commission/Committee will hear from the public on any item on the agenda or any item of interest that is not on the agenda at the following times:
- Agenda Items - At the time the Board/Commission/Committee considers the item or during Public Comment.
- If you wish to address the Gardena Board/Commission/Committee, please complete a “Speaker Request” form and present it to staff. You will be called to the podium by name when it is your turn to address the Board/Commission/Committee. The Board/Commission/Committee cannot legally take action on any item not scheduled on the Agenda. Such items may be referred for administrative action or scheduled on a future Agenda. Members of the public wishing to address the Board/Commission/Committee will be given three (3) minutes to speak.
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STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR THAT PROMOTE CIVILITY AT ALL PUBLIC MEETINGS
- Treat everyone courteously;
- Listen to others respectfully;
- Exercise self-control;
- Give open-minded consideration to all viewpoints;
- Focus on the issues and avoid personalizing debate; and
- Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights, inherent components of an inclusive public process, and tools for forging sound decisions
Thank you for your attendance and cooperation
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
1. Samantha Badillo-Cordero 2. Anaiyah Harris 3. Aidan Madison 4. Abisola Ogundimu 5. Anaiya Bowers
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PUBLIC COMMENT
This is the time where the public may address the Gardena Youth Commission on items that are not on the agenda, but within the Gardena Youth Commission jurisdiction. Comments should be limited to three minutes.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Regular Meeting of the Youth Commissioner, February 9, 2026
6. YOUTH COMMISSIONER REPORT
A. Welcome New Commissioner - Ryan Henderson
B. City of Gardena Japan Trip
C. Youth in Government Preparation
Youth Commission will be hosting Youth in Government Day. In order to prepare, we will review the agenda and script for the day of.
7. STAFF LIAISON REPORT
A. Girl Boss Workshop - March 20, 2026
All commissioners are encouraged to attend. Please wear your youth commission shirt and badge.
B. Boys to Men - Activities and Vendors
C. State of the City - March 12, 2026
Please dress business casual. Begins at 6:00pm in the Aquatic Center.
D. Future Events
- State of the City (March 12, 2026 @6:00pm) - Casino Night (March 13, 2026 @5:30pm-9:30pm) - Girl Boss Workshop (March 20, 2026 @6:00pm-9:00pm) - Spring Equinox (March 21, 2026 @9:00am - 12:00pm) - Hoppin Good Time Egg Hunt (April 4, 2026 @10:00AM- 12:00PM) - Bunny Brunch Buffet (April 4, 2026 @9:00AM- 11:30AM) - Youth in Government
E. E-Bike Video Contest
California Association of Youth Commissioners Newletter
F. Potential Events
What are some fun engaging events the youth commission can host this year? Ex: Teen Entrepreneur (teens selling items they made)
G. Potential Giveaway for families and teens
The City of Gardena has numerous programs throughout the year that provide families with essential items throughout the year. In the summer, we give away 350 backpacks with school supplies. During the Holidays we provide food, food vouchers and toys. What are some other programs or giveaways that may be helpful to families in Gardena? (ex: The City has new unused sport uniforms for kids).
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Distribution of Brown Act Materials - Nakaoka Community Center Auditorium
9. OLD BUSINESS
A. Water Safety Workshop
B. Consideration on Providing Feminine Products - Memo
10. ADJOURNMENT
The Gardena Youth Commission will adjourn to the next meeting at 6:30 pm on April 13, 2026.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted in the City Hall lobby not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. A copy of said Agenda is available on our website at www.CityofGardena.org.
/s/ MINA SEMENZA
MINA SEMENZA, City Clerk
Date Posted: March 6, 2026