Galt Youth Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingGalt, CA · November 3, 2025
Minutes
CITY OF GALT
GALT YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
380 CIVIC DRIVE, GALT CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2025, 6:35 PM
Mission Statement
Encourage the youth to participate in activities that are purposeful in building better citizens.
Stimulate community service in Galt.
Encourage family participation in building civic unity.
Strive to emphasize the diversity in our culture by encouraging interaction within the community.
Collaborate with organizations devoted to the growth of youth.
Recognize that it takes all members of the community to sustain change for the betterment of our youth and families.
A. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:35 PM
B. ROLL CALL:
Youth Commissioners Present: Akers, Buzo, Camacho (6:55), Cullers, Diaz, Holden,
Maldonado, Oliveros Rivera, Woods
Absent Commissioners: Dolan, Fewell, John
Mentors Present: Fjeldstad, Goerzen, Harris, Pevehouse, Van Warmerdam, Council
Liaison Farmer
C. PUBLIC COMMENT – Under Government Code Section 54954.3, members of the
public may address the commission on any item of interest to the public. Speakers may
address commission on any agenda item during consideration of the item. Please come to
the podium and limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
D. PRESENTATIONS: None
E. REGULAR BUSINESS:
1. Icebreaker Information Item
Mentor Harris facilitated the icebreaker where Commissioners were to complete the
phrase “If you really knew me, you’d know that...”
2. New Mentor Introductions Information Item
The new mentors, Pevehouse and Van Warmerdam, introduced themselves to the
commission.
3. Budget Report Information Item
Treasurer Commissioner Akers presented and reported that there were no changes to
the budget/balance overview of the GYC.
4. Approval of Minutes for October 6, 2025 Action Item
Motion made by Cullers and seconded by Woods. Passed 9-0
5. Saturday Market Recap Information Item
Commissioners discussed the event and its positive impact within the community.
6. Trunk R Treat Recap Information Item
Commissioners discussed the event and its positive impact within the community.
7. Fundraising Brainstorm Information Item
Council Liaison Farmer suggested Commissioner John make a social media post
asking for donations and fundraising opportunities from businesses. During the
discussion, the Commissioners decided to participate in the Christmas parade and
market, which takes place Saturday, December 6th starting at 4 p.m. A subcommittee
was created for this even consisting of Cullers, Camacho, Holden, and Mentor Harris.
A motion was made by Woods and seconded by Holden to have a budget of $300 for
candy to give to the children during the Light the Night parade which passed 10-0.
8. City Council Update Information Item
Council Liaison Farmer gave an update on the recent events in Galt and the City
Council.
9. Around the Horn Information Item
Commissioners and mentors shared things they were grateful for.
Adjournment: 7:37 p.m.
Minutes prepared by Secretary Diaz.
Agenda
CITY OF GALT
GALT YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
380 CIVIC DRIVE, GALT, CALIFORNIA
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2025, 6:30PM
Mission Statement
- Encourage the youth to participate in activities that are purposeful in building better citizens.
- Stimulate community service in Galt
- Encourage family participation in building civic unity.
- Strive to emphasize the diversity in our culture by encouraging interaction within the community.
- Collaborate with organizations devoted to the growth of youth
- Recognize that it takes all members of the community to sustain change for the betterment of our youth and families.
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER/FLAG SALUTE
B. ROLL CALL: Youth Commissioners: Akers, Buzo, Camacho, Cullers, Diaz, Dolan,
Fewell, Holden, John, Maldonado, Oliveros Rivera, Woods
Mentors: Fjeldstad, Goerzen, Harris, Pevehouse, Van Warmerdam.
Council Liaison: Shawn Farmer
C. PUBLIC COMMENT - Under Government Code Section 54954.3, members of the
public may address the commission on any item of interest to the public. Speakers may address
commission on any agenda item during consideration of the item. Please come to the podium and
limit your comments to three (3) minutes.
D. PRESENTATIONS:
E. REGULAR BUSINESS:
1. Icebreaker Information Item
Mentor Harris will facilitate the icebreaker.
2. New Mentor Introductions Information Item
The new mentors will introduce themselves to the commission.
3. Budget Report Information Item
Treasurer Commissioner Akers will present the budget/balance overview of the GYC.
4. Approval of Minutes for October 6, 2025 Information Item
Recommendation: Approve the minutes.
5. Saturday Market Recap _Information Item
Discussion about how the Saturday Market went and how it could go better in the future.
6. Trunk R Treat Recap Information Item
Discussion about how the Trunk R Treat went and how it could go better in the future.
7. Fundraising Brainstorm Information Item
Commissioners will discuss opportunities for fundraisers.
8. City Council Update Information Item
Council Liaison Farmer will give an update on recent events in Galt and the City Council.
9. Around the Horn Information Item
Commissioners will share something they are grateful for.
Adjournment
The agenda for this meeting was posted in the following listed sites before the close of business at
5:00 pm on Thursday preceding the meeting:
1. City Hall Lobby, 380 Civic Drive
2. U.S. Post Office, 600 N. Lincoln Way
3. Parks and Recreation Department, 610 Chabolla Avenue
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