City of University Park, Texas
Committed to Excellence
Perot Memorial Services - details.
July 2019 UPdate.
Mosquito Fogging Scheduled for Friday, July 12.
Purse snatching suspect in custody.
UPPD and HPDPS asking for public’s assistance to identify burglary suspects
Dive-In Movies, Summer 2019.
Thursday, July 18 at 10:45 a.m. - Toddler Story at UP Public Library.
Friday, July 19 at 10:45 a.m. - Baby Story Time at UP Public Library.
Saturday, July 20 at 2 p.m. - UP @ the Library Family Craft Time.
Wednesday, July 24 at 11:00 a.m. - Summer Splash Story Time.
Wednesday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. - Giddy UP with Reading: Wacky Science with Professor Brainius.
Wednesday, July 24 at 5 p.m. - Court Night.
Tuesday, August 6, 2019 - City Council Meeting
While learning about local government procedures and policies, YAC members help promote the City's ongoing recycling program and work at various annual events, including the summer fishing derby and holiday tree lighting in Snider Plaza. YAC members also act as an advisory group for the City Council when there are items being considered that could directly impact teenagers. In addition to special activities, YAC members meet on a monthly basis to review routine business.
For more details watch this video.
To be eligible for consideration, students must reside in University Park and be in the 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade at the start of the upcoming academic year. All applicants are required to interview with a selection panel comprised of staff and City Council members. YAC members are expected to attend all group meetings and actively participate in all designated events. Community service hour credits are available for those who serve on the YAC. Once selected, students are eligible to serve for the remainder of their high school years.
The University Park Youth Advisory Commission is a liaison between the youth of the City and the City Council. YAC strives to provide service and leadership in the pursuit of effective change for the entire community.
YAC Bylaws The application process for the 2019-2020 Youth Advisory Commission will take place in spring 2019.