The City's Youth Engagement Program offers many opportunities for youth to get involved with their city government and their community.  Teens who are enrolled in a Durango high school (9th - 12th grade for the 2012-2013 school year) or are a Durango resident and home-schooled are eligible to apply for the following boards for a one-year term that runs September - May:

Mayor's Youth Advisory Commission is made up of nine youth (7 regular and 2 alternates) and makes recommendations to City Council on City matters that affect teens.  Also put together the Youth Expo in 2012.  Meetings are held twice a month.

 

Airport Commission - The Durango – La Plata County Airport Commission makes recommendations about airport operations and budgeting.  Upcoming projects include an expansion and remodeling of the airport terminal building.  Meets the 3rd Thursday at 3:00 p.m. at the Airport.

 

Business Improvement District - The Business Improvement District makes improvements to the Central Business District (generally, historic downtown and north Main Avenue) and works on special events.  Meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 3:00 p.m. at the Bank of Colorado, Room 210. 

 

Natural Lands Preservation Advisory Board

The Natural Lands Preservation Advisory Board oversees the acquisition, protection, stewardship and us of the City's open spaces and natural lands.  Meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. upstairs at the Library.

 

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board makes recommendations on the operation of the Durango Public Library.  Meets the 2nd Monday of every other month at 4:30 p.m. at the Library.

 

Public Art Commission

The Public Art Commission oversees the City's public art collection and is responsible for planning and installing new art projects in the city.  Meets the last Tuesday of every month at 8:00 a.m. at City Hall.

 

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board oversees the maintenance, expansion, use and protection of the City's parks and recreational facilities.  Meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 5:00 p.m. at the Recreation Center.

 

Multi-modal Advisory Board

The Multi-modal Advisory Board makes recommendations on the operation of Durango Transit, and other modes of transportation, including bicycles and pedestrians. Meets the last Wed. of every other month at 4:00 p.m. at the Transit Center

 

Water Commission

The Water Commission discusses issues as they pertain to water supply and storage, purification, conservation, and distribution in the city of Durango.  Meets as needed, but generally once a month.