How To Become a Member

1. A parent acknowledgement form is required for all students. Complete the online form here.
2. Students submit a 90 second video telling about yourself and why you want to be involved. Check out the script
3. Submit your video here.

Applications for the 2026 - 2027 are due by April 15th.

Contact Skylar Thomas at sthomas@fountainhillsaz.gov or Sarah Lind at slind@fountainhillsaz.gov more information.

Purpose

To provide Fountain Hills youth with opportunities to present their perspectives on youth issues by serving as a liaison to the Mayor, Town Council, and youth, and learn how government functions as well as create and lead programs that appeal to high-school students.

Mayor Gerry M. Friedel invites all Fountain Hills students in grades 9 – 12 to join the Mayor's Youth Council. We're looking for students who are genuinely interested in the mission of the council, who are motivated and eager to make a difference in the community and represent their peers, as well as learn about local government, make new friends and have fun!

Who are we?

The Mayor’s Youth Council is a dynamic group of high school students dedicated to serving their community by accomplishing its mission through volunteerism and civic participation. More than a community service organization, the MYC instills leadership skills that participants will use their entire life.

What do we do?

MYC members will have opportunities to plan and participate in a variety of projects:

• Meet two Wednesdays of the month, 5:00-6:30p.m.
• Assist with identifying important issues for youth in Fountain Hills
• Attend a variety of field trips- including trip to State Capitol
• Maintain MYC Adopt-a-Street on Westby Drive
• Provide leadership in the Make a Difference Day project
• Participate in a variety of community service projects led by youth
• Serve as a listening board to youth and provide the Mayor and Council information from their perspective
• Promote a sense of civic involvement and community pride
• Become a positive role model through responsible leadership

Member Benefits

• Members will have an opportunity to have their voice heard by elected leaders in town
• Members will provide input and create programs, services, and events
• Members will learn valuable leadership and job skills
• Members will obtain Community Service Hours needed for graduation
• Members will have fun and meet new friends
• Members will engage in meaningful volunteer service
• Members will receive recognition for their participation