Sacramento Youth Commission Meeting - May 4, 2026

The Sacramento Youth Commission met on May 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM at City Hall. The meeting included a new commissioner welcome, approval of the consent calendar, presentations on youth representation on city boards and commissions, the Brown Act and follow-up log process, aquatics program updates, and a recap of the Summer @ City Hall 2025 program. Commissioners discussed budget concerns, made requests for future presentations, and shared community engagement updates.

Consent Calendar

• Approval of Youth Commission Meeting Minutes (February 2, 2026) – Motion by Commissioner Naqica, seconded by Commissioner Pérez-Maghanoy. Passed by voice vote with no abstentions or no votes.
• Approval of Youth Commission Follow-Up Log – Included in the consent calendar and approved as part of the same motion.

Public Comments & Testimony

• No members of the public spoke on any agenda item or during the public comments period for matters not on the agenda.

Discussion Items

• Item 3: Status Report of Youth Serving on City of Sacramento Boards and Commissions – Presented by City Clerk Mindy Cuppy. The report detailed which commissions have youth seats (established in 2021 for six commissions) and which commissions are exempt due to charter requirements or scope. Commissioners expressed appreciation and noted the importance of fostering connections among youth representatives.
• Item 4: Commissions Follow Up Log Process – Presented by Senior Deputy City Attorney Harveen Gill. The presentation covered the Brown Act, prohibited serial meetings (daisy chain and hub-and-spoke), and the proper use of the follow-up log. Commissioners asked clarifying questions about ad hoc committees, focus areas, and the scope of requests. The presentation was for information only; no vote required.
• Item 5: Aquatics Annual Update – Presented by Recreation Supervisor Patrick Meridon. Key statistics: 17 pools operated, 196 part-time staff (98% youth), 86,000+ staff hours, nearly 100,000 recreational swim visits in 2025, 63,000+ youth visits, over $100,000 in scholarship reimbursements, 88% customer satisfaction on staff welcoming, 93% agreement that pools benefit the community, and 98% would return. Commissioners asked about lifeguard certification, scholarship distribution, outreach, and future plans. No vote required.
• Item 6: Summer @ City Hall (S@CH) Recap 2025 – Presented by Program Coordinator Dominique Herndon. Data: 236 applications, 85 invited, 81 graduated, 28 peer mentors, 65% female participation, largest demographics: Asian (37.9%), Latino/Latina (17.2%), Black/African American (13.7%). The program is pivoting to a "Semester at City Hall Summer Edition" due to staffing and budget constraints, with a condensed format including field trips and workshops but no internships. Commissioners asked about outreach to underrepresented groups and the impact of potential budget cuts. Staff noted that the program will proceed this summer regardless of the upcoming budget decisions.

Key Outcomes

• Consent Calendar approved unanimously.
• Requests for Future Presentations (to be added to Follow-Up Log):
  • Commissioner Khatri Chhetri requested a presentation from Sacramento Regional Transit (SACRT) on youth ridership data.
  • Commissioner Naqica requested a presentation from the City's Budget Division specifically on youth services programs and potential cuts.
  • Commissioner Sahota requested a presentation from Jibe (a transportation advocacy group) on eco-friendly commuting.
  • Commissioner Rooprai requested a presentation from Save Us, an organization focused on youth advocacy through documentaries.
• Staff Update: Recreation Superintendent Kris Wimberly reminded commissioners of the City Council budget discussion scheduled for May 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM, encouraging them to attend or submit public comments.
• Commissioner Comments: Several commissioners shared updates on community events, volunteer opportunities, and personal milestones. Their remarks were informational and did not require action.
• Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned after all agenda items were completed.