Students Can Make a Difference as a Youth Commissioner

Published on September 23, 2025

Designed for students ages 15 and older, the Fridley Youth Commissioners Program provides an opportunity to take an active role in City government and earn volunteer hours at the same time!

What you'll do: 

• Serve on a City commission for six months, meeting once per month. 
• Provide your ideas on how to best serve youth needs in City programs and initiatives.
• Ensure youth voices are heard.

What you'll receive: 

• Volunteer or service hours that can be verified by a City employee. 
• Valuable experience and transferable skills to note on job and school applications.
• An opportunity to make a difference. 
• Connections for your professional network. 

Apply online 

Available Commissions

Parks & Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Commission was created to help develop the City’s parks and recreation programs for the benefit of residents. It suggests ways to improve parks and recreation opportunities in Fridley and helps guide the City’s goals and policies. The group meets the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m.

Public Art

The Public Arts Commission was created to support the growth of the arts, advise the City Council on arts-related initiatives, and encourage residents to participate in and enjoy the arts. The group meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.

Planning 

The Planning Commission helps guide how the community grows and develops, including decisions about land use and housing, the environment, parks and City services. The commission also reviews and advises the City Council on zoning changes, special use permits and subdivision requests. The group meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.

Environmental Quality & Energy (EQEC)

The EQEC advises the City on environmental policies and programs. It gives the City Council reliable information to help create and carry out policies on things like reducing waste, environmental education, energy and managing water resources. The group meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.