YOUTH LINK BOARD

APPLICATION INFORMATION

The Youth Link Board is currently accepting application for board member(s) for the 2012-2014 term.

Bellevue Youth Link is a joint effort by the City of Bellevue and the BellevueSchool District, and serves as a catalyst in responding to the interests and concerns of young people by engaging the entire community in implementing an agenda developed by youth.

The board is comprised of 4 adults and 4 youth appointed by the Bellevue City Manager.

The following is a list of requirements and responsibilities for each board member:

1.Live or work within the City of Bellevue boundaries.

2.Attend the Youth Link Board meetings which are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month, and to attend at least one sub-committee meeting per month.

3.Open doors of community decision making for participation by young people.

4.Build partnerships among cities, schools, businesses, service providers and the community to address the needs of young people.

5.Participate in the implementation of the Action Agenda and review the recommended priorities for action and funding.

6.Build community support, including dedicated funding, necessary to sustain a semi-independent Youth Link.

7.Set general policies and budgets and support funding recommendations as required.

8.Pass a Washington State Criminal background check as part of the application process.

If you would like more information, please call Helena Stephens, Family, Youth & Teen Services Manager at 425-452-2834 or email at .

YOUTH LINK BOARD APPLICATION

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Name: ______

Home Address: ______

Home Phone: ______Work Phone: ______

1.Please describe your involvement in the Bellevue community.

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2.Why are you interested in serving on the Youth Link Board?

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3.Please describe any volunteer work on a board, task force, citizen group, etc.

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4.Please describe your experience working with youth.

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5.Please describe any area of expertise such as marketing, fundraising, program development, legal work, etc.

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6.Please describe your leadership roles, experience and/or special achievements.

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7.Please describe your education background.

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8.Please describe your occupational background.

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9.Is there any additional information, comments or input you would like to share?

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Appointment to the Youth Link Board will require your consistent attendance at regularly scheduled monthly meetings.

Currently, Board meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Board members are also required to attend at least one sub-committee meeting a month.

Would you be available to attend these meetings? Yes: ______No: ______

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Please return this application to:

Helena Stephens

City of Bellevue Parks & Community Services

P O Box 90012

Bellevue, WA98009-9012

For further information, please contact Helena Stephens 425.452.2846

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