Thursday, March 28, 2024

SYAC is Now Accepting Applications for the 2022-2023 School Year

Are you an exceptional Southlake teen/ Carroll ISD student? Do you love giving back to your community while simultaneously learning more about local government and how it affects your day-to-day life?

Participating in the Southlake Youth Action Commission (SYAC) gives you first-hand access to the City’s leaders and staff. Ever wonder how strategic decisions about which roads to build or which projects to finance are made? Want to connect with like-minded overachievers and emerging leaders?

The Southlake Youth Action Commission is a recommending volunteer body that serves as the youth voice for the City. In addition, SYAC members get to participate in various volunteer and learning opportunities throughout the year. If you are looking for a way to make your resume and college applications stand out, then apply to be on SYAC for the 2022-2023 school year!

Applications for the upcoming school year are currently open! Here are the requirements to apply:

  • Must be enrolled in 9th – 12th grade
  • Must be a Southlake resident or must attend a C.I.S.D. school
  • Members will serve an 8-month term, beginning in October and expiring in May (in tandem with the academic calendar)
  • Seven students will serve as board members, and up to 13 will serve as alternates
  •  Interested students meeting the qualifications must submit an application by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Learn more and apply today!

Call for Volunteers to Join Southlake’s Boards and Commissions – Application Deadline in September

The Southlake City Council is seeking residents who want to be more involved in their community and help support them in their mission.

On October 19, the mayor and City Council will make appointments to the Community Engagement Committee, Community Enhancement and Development Corporation, Crime Control and Prevention District, Mayor’s Alliance for Unity & Culture, Metroport Teen Court, Senior Advisory Commission and Southlake Arts Council.

Citizens interested in helping their local government in the areas of community engagement and outreach, community enhancement and development, crime control and prevention, advancing the Teen Court Program, issues and programs for Southlake’s senior citizen population and those interested in all matters related to public art are encouraged to complete an application for a board or commission. Applications may be obtained from the City’s website.

Each appointment is for a one or two-year term, unless appointed to fulfill an existing vacancy for an unexpired term. It takes a team to run a City, and the City Council wants you to be a part of their team. If you have the desire and the commitment to devote to our community, please complete the online application or e-mail it to the City Secretary’s Office at sserrano@ci.southlake.tx.us.

You can also mail or hand-deliver your application to the City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, Texas 76092. Applications must be received no later than September 10.

Call for Volunteers – Be a Part of Southlake’s Boards and Commissions

Do you want to be part of the City of Southlake team? City Council is seeking residents who want to be engaged in their community and help support them in their mission.

On October 20, 2020, the Mayor and City Council will make appointments to the Community Engagement Committee, Community Enhancement and Development Corporation, Crime Control and Prevention District, Library Board, Metroport Teen Court, Senior Advisory Commission, and Southlake Arts Council.

Citizens interested in helping their local government in the areas of community engagement and outreach, community enhancement and development, crime control and prevention, library planning and programming, advancing the Teen Court Program, issues and programs for Southlake’s senior citizen population, and those interested in all matters related to public art are encouraged to complete an application for a board or commission.  Applications may be obtained from the City’s website.

Each appointment is for a one- or two-year term, unless appointed to fulfill an existing vacancy for an unexpired term. It takes a team to run a City, and City Council wants you to be a part of their team. If you have the desire and the commitment to devote to our community, please complete an application and e-mail it or fax it to the City Secretary’s Office at (817) 748-8270.

You can also mail or hand-deliver your application to the City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, Texas 76092. Applications must be received no later than September 11th.

Zoning Board of Adjustment to Meet Virtually

In accordance with Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s action that allows telephonic or video conference meetings of governmental bodies that are accessible to the public and reduce in-person interaction and encourage social distancing, the Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual session April 30. 

 

Meeting Agenda 

To review the meeting agenda, please visit: https://www.cityofsouthlake.com/AgendaCenter. 

 

Watch the Meeting 

To simply watch the meeting, visit: https://www.cityofsouthlake.com/VODScroll down and select the “Live” tab. Once the meeting has concluded, it will post to the City’s on-demand video player (at the same link as above) no later than the morning of May 4. 

 

Meeting Participation 

For those who want to participate during the meeting, you are required to register with the City at this link: https://cityofsouthlake.webex.com/cityofsouthlake/onstage/g.php?MTID=eee57dff2ff78ddff96a62d7fe7478daestarting 90 minutes (5:00 p.m.) before the 6:30 p.m. start time. Participation instructions will be sent to the email provided. Please note that at the time of the registration, participants will be held in a queue until the meeting starts. Please also allow for possible delay in the video at your location if internet connection speeds are slow. 

The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation is frequently changing. The City of Southlake is committed to working with our residents and businesses as this unprecedented situation unfolds. For the latest City news and information, visit: www.ProtectSouthlake.com, Mayor Laura Hill’s Facebook page and the City’s Facebook pages. 

Serve Southlake by Volunteering for a Board or Commission

We’re looking for a few good people who value our commitment integrity, innovation, accountability, excellence and teamwork to serve our world-class community on one of our boards and commissions. Are you interested?

Our boards and commissions help us impact Southlake in a positive way and enrich our community.

The Mayor and City Council will be making appointments to the Building Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Southlake Parks and Development Corporation, and the Zoning Board of Adjustment on June 16, 2020.

If you’re interested in helping the City of Southlake, complete an application online here! No need to come into Town Hall. Applications must be received by May 1, 2020.

You can also mail your application to: City of Southlake, City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, TX 76092, email it to: dmarino@ci.southlake.tx.us or fax it to: 817-748-8270.

Each board and commission appointment is for two years, unless you are appointed to fulfill a vacancy for an unexpired term.

If you currently serve on a board or commission, you will need to reapply for your position if your term is ending and you desire to continue to serve.

If you have questions about serving on a board or commission or the appointment process, visit our website or call the City Secretary’s Office at: 817-748-8183.

Call for Volunteers – Be a Part of Southlake’s Boards and Commissions

Do you want to be part of the City of Southlake team? The City Council is seeking residents who want to be engaged in their community and help support the City Council in their mission.

On October 16, 2018, the Mayor and City Council will make appointments to the Community Engagement Committee, Community Enhancement and Development Corporation,  Crime Control and Prevention District, Library Board, Senior Advisory Commission, and Arts Council.

Citizens interested in helping their local government in the areas of community engagement and outreach programs, promoting economic development and new business enterprises, safety and security, library planning and programming, senior-related programs, and public art are encouraged to complete an application for a board or commission. Applications may be obtained from the City’s website.

Each appointment is for a term of two years, unless appointed to fulfill an existing vacancy for an unexpired term. It takes a team to run a City, and City Council wants you to be a part of their team. If you have the desire and the commitment to devote to our community, please complete an application and e-mail it to cborges@ci.southlake.tx.us or fax it to (817) 748-8270 in the City Secretary’s Office.

You can also mail or hand-deliver your application to the City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, Texas 76092. Applications must be received no later than September 4.

Call for Volunteers – Be a Part of Southlake’s Boards and Commissions

Do you want to be part of the City of Southlake team? The City Council is seeking residents who want to be engaged in their community and help support the City Council in their mission.

On June 19, 2018, the Mayor and City Council will make appointments to the Building Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Southlake Parks Development Corporation, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Citizens interested in helping their local government in the areas of park facilities, zoning cases, and commercial or residential development are encouraged to complete an application for a board or commission. Applications may be obtained from the City’s website.

Each appointment is for a term of two years unless appointed to fulfill an existing vacancy for an unexpired term. It takes a team to run a City, and City Council wants you to be a part of their team. If you have the desire and the commitment to devote to our community, please complete an application and email it to cborges@ci.southlake.tx.us or fax it to (817) 748-8270 in the City Secretary’s Office.

You can also mail or hand-deliver your application to the City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, Texas 76092. Applications must be received no later than May 1.

Call for Volunteers – Be a Part of Southlake’s Boards and Commissions

Do you want to be part of the City of Southlake team? The City Council is seeking residents who want to be engaged in their community and help support the City Council in their mission.

On June 21, 2016, the Mayor and City Council will make appointments to the Building Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Southlake Parks Development Corporation, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Citizens interested in helping their local government in the areas of park facilities, zoning cases, and commercial or residential development are encouraged to complete an application for a board or commission. Applications may be obtained from the City’s website.

Each appointment is for a term of two years, unless appointed to fulfill an existing vacancy for an unexpired term. It takes a team to run a City, and City Council wants you to be a part of their team. If you have the desire and the commitment to devote to our community, please complete an application and e-mail it to lpayne@ci.southlake.tx.us or fax it to (817) 748-8270 in the City Secretary’s Office.

You can also mail or hand-deliver your application to the City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, Texas 76092. Applications must be received no later than May 2.

Invest in Southlake's Future, be part of the City's Boards & Commissions

Strength in Numbers

The City Council is looking for applicants for the Building Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Southlake Parks Development Corporation, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Do you want to be part of the City of Southlake team? The City Council is seeking residents who want to be engaged in their community and help support the City Council in their mission.

On June 16, 2015, the Mayor and Council will make appointments to the Building Board of AppealsParks and Recreation BoardPlanning and Zoning CommissionSouthlake Parks Development Corporation, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Citizens interested in helping their local government in the areas of regard to park facilities, zoning cases, and commercial or residential development are encouraged to complete an application for a board or commission. Applications may be obtained from the City’s website.

Each appointment is for a term of two years, unless appointed to fulfill an existing vacancy for an unexpired term. It takes a team to run a City, and City Council wants you to be a part of our team. If you have the desire and the commitment to devote to our community, please complete an application and e-mail (lpayne@ci.southlake.tx.us) or fax (817).748.8270 to the City Secretary’s Office.

You can also mail or hand-deliver your application to the City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, Texas 76092. Applications must be received no later than May 4.