Mayor's Youth Council

The Ankeny Mayor's Youth Council provides Ankeny's young people with an active role in addressing youth issues. Fifteen high school students are appointed to serve as volunteer representatives to advocate on behalf of Ankeny youth, inform them of existing opportunities and listen to suggestions on what the city can do to improve its youth oriented efforts. Serving on the Mayor's Youth Council offers leadership experience and active community involvement with the guidance of the Mayor, City Council and Ankeny Parks & Recreation.

What We Do 

• Inform the City Council of the needs and wishes of the youth
• Plan and implement social, educational, cultural, and recreational activities for the youth of Ankeny
• Work with the Mayor, city administrators, Ankeny schools and the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce to provide service and leadership opportunities
• Promote a sense of civic involvement and community pride
• Learn various aspects of community leadership
• Becoming positive role models through responsible leadership

Members (2012-2013)

Community Participation

The Mayor's Youth Council spends the majority of its time sponsoring and participating in community outreach events including:

• City Department Tours
• State Capital Tour
• Adopt a Family
• Video Game Party
• Sponsor an outdoor movie at the Ankeny 'Shell
• Ankeny Gravitational Disaster Relief Fundraising
• Mock City Council Meetings
• Apply for betterment grants for community projects
• Creepy Capers - Halloween Party
• National League of Cities

Meetings

Youth Council meetings are open to the public. Bring any questions, comments, or concerns you have and share them with us! We meet bimonthly on Sundays with the mayor in the council chambers at City Hall.