The Downey Youth Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the Downey City Council and comprises of 15 high school student representatives who reside in the City of Downey.

The goals of the Downey Youth Commission are to provide:

• Leadership development;
• Civic/local government education;
• Youth input to the City Council; and
• Completion of annual assignments/priorities from the City Council (such as Youth Vendor Fair and Student Government Day).

2026-2027 School Year Term - Downey Youth Commissioners 

Meeting Agendas

The Downey Youth Commission meets on the third Thursday of each month from September through May of each year.

To view meeting agendas, please click here: Youth Commission Meeting Agendas & Minutes

Happenings

The Downey Youth Commission are very active in the Community. Feel free to follow the Youth Commission on Instagram @Downey.YC for the latest updates, projects, and application period. 

Apply

The Youth Commission is currently accepting applications FOR DISTRICT 1 for the 26.27 School Year.  Applications are due to the City Clerk's office located at City Hall on the 3rd floor by the EXTENDED DEADLINE of Wednesday, July 15 4:00 p.m..

APPLICATION

For questions and information, please call the The Barbara J. Riley Community and Senior Center at 562-904-7223.