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Home My WebLink AboutTC 02-11-2026 Searchable PacketCITY OF CUPERTINO TEEN COMMISSION AGENDA 10185 North Stelling Road, Quinlan Conference Room and via Teleconference Wednesday, February 11, 2026 6:00 PM Page 1 1 TC 2-11-2026 1 of 15 Teen Commission Agenda February 11, 2026 E. Please note that due to cyber security concerns, speakers are not allowed to connect any personal devices to any City equipment. However, speakers that wish to share a document (e.g. presentations, photographs or other documents) during oral comments may do so by: a. E-mailing the document to teencommission@cupertino.gov by 3:00 p.m. and staff will advance the slides/share the documents during your oral comment. 2) Written communications as follows: A. E-mail comments to teencommission@cupertino.gov. B. Regular mail or hand delivered addressed to the: Cupertino Teen Commission, City Hall, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014 C. Comments addressed to the Teen Commission received by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be included in written communications published and distributed before the beginning of the meeting. D. Comments addressed to the Teen Commission received after the 4:00 p.m. deadline, but through the end of the Commission meeting, will be posted to the City’s website by the end of the following business day. 3) Teleconference in one of the following ways: A. Online via Zoom on an electronic device (Audio and Video): Speakers must register in advance by clicking on the link below to access the meeting: https://cityofcupertino.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_m_5EmVxYRX6HH8AqpHV__g a. Registrants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. b. Speakers will be recognized by the name they use for registration. Once recognized, speakers must click ‘unmute’ when prompted to speak. c. Please read the following instructions about technical compatibility carefully: One can directly download the teleconference (Zoom) software or connect to the meeting in their internet browser. If a browser is used, make sure the most current and up-to-date browser, such as the following, is used: Chrome 30+, Firefox 27+, Microsoft Edge 12+, Safari 7+. Certain functionality may be disabled in older browsers, including Internet Explorer. B. By Phone (Audio only): No registration is required in advance and speakers may join the meeting as follows: a. Dial 669-900-6833 and enter WEBINAR ID: 895 7136 1269 b. To “raise hand” to speak: Dial *9; When asked to unmute: Dial *6 c. Speakers will be recognized to speak by the last four digits of their phone number. Page 2 2 TC 2-11-2026 2 of 15 Teen Commission Agenda February 11, 2026 C. Via an H.323/SIP room system: H.323 Information: 144.195.19.161 (US West) 206.247.11.121 (US East) Meeting ID: 895 7136 1269 SIP: 89571361269@zoomcrc.com D. Online via the teleconferencing device (Audio and Video) being used to provide access to the meeting from a remote Teleconference Location noticed pursuant to Gov. Code 54953(b)(2), which location, if noticed, would be stated on the cover page of this agenda. a) Speakers are required to notify the City Clerk via email to cityclerk@cupertino.gov prior to noon on the date of the meeting during which they plan to participate and comment from the remote location noticed to ensure the City Clerk is prepared to accept their comment. b) If the teleconferencing device malfunctions impeding access to the meeting from the remote location, the speaker may alternatively participate via the other options for remote participation provided above. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL CEREMONIAL MATTERS AND PRESENTATIONS 1.Subject: Big Bunny 5K and Kids Fun Run and Spring Community Festivals Presentation Recommended Action: Receive a presentation on Big Bunny 5K and Kids Fun Run and Spring Community Festivals from Recreation Coordinator, Christina Lopez. 2.Subject: Golf Events and Earth Day Festival Presentation Receive a presentation on upcoming Golf Events and the Earth Day Festival from Recreation Coordinator, Kayla Nakamoto. 3.Subject: SR2S Working Group Receive a presentation on the SR2S Working Group from Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Birgit Werner. 4.Subject: Youth Led Organization, Cybersecurity and AI Club Receive a presentation from Youth Led Organization, Cybersecurity and AI Club, for Teen Commission Highlight Program. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5.Subject: Approval of Minutes - January 14, 2026 Page 3 3 TC 2-11-2026 3 of 15 Teen Commission Agenda February 11, 2026 Recommended Action: Review and approve the minutes from the Teen Commission meeting on January 14, 2026. A - Draft Minutes POSTPONEMENTS ORAL COMMUNICATIONS This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission on any matter within the jurisdiction of the Commission and not on the agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes. In most cases, State law will prohibit the Commission from making any decisions with respect to a matter not on the agenda. OLD BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 6.Subject: Cybersecurity and AI Club for Teen Commission Highlight Program Discuss and evaluate Cybersecurity and AI Club for Teen Commission Youth Led Organization Highlight Program. STAFF AND COMMISSION REPORTS FUTURE AGENDA SETTING ADJOURNMENT In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), anyone who is planning to attend this meeting who is visually or hearing impaired or has any disability that needs special assistance should call the City Clerk's Office at 408-777-3223, at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to arrange for assistance. In addition, upon request in advance by a person with a disability, meeting agendas and writings distributed for the meeting that are public records will be made available in the appropriate alternative format. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the members after publication of the agenda will be made available for public inspection. Please contact the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall located at 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, California 95014, during normal business hours. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please be advised that pursuant to Cupertino Municipal Code section 2.08.100 written communications sent to the City Council, Commissioners or staff concerning a matter on the agenda are included as supplemental material to the agendized item. These written communications are accessible to the public through the City website and kept in packet archives. Do not include any personal or private information in written communications to the City that you do not wish to make public, as written communications are considered public records and will be made Page 4 4 TC 2-11-2026 4 of 15 Teen Commission Agenda February 11, 2026 publicly available on the City website. Page 5 5 TC 2-11-2026 5 of 15 CITY OF CUPERTINO Agenda Item Subject: Big Bunny 5K and Kids Fun Run and Spring Community Festivals Presentation Receive a presentation on Big Bunny 5K and Kids Fun Run and Spring Community Festivals from Recreation Coordinator, Christina Lopez. CITY OF CUPERTINO Printed on 2/3/2026Page 1 of 1 6 TC 2-11-2026 6 of 15 CITY OF CUPERTINO Agenda Item Subject: Golf Events and Earth Day Festival Presentation Receive a presentation on upcoming Golf Events and the Earth Day Festival from Recreation Coordinator, Kayla Nakamoto. CITY OF CUPERTINO Printed on 2/3/2026Page 1 of 1 7 TC 2-11-2026 7 of 15 CITY OF CUPERTINO Agenda Item Subject: SR2S Working Group Receive a presentation on the SR2S Working Group from Safe Routes to School Coordinator, Birgit Werner. CITY OF CUPERTINO Printed on 2/3/2026Page 1 of 1 8 TC 2-11-2026 8 of 15 CITY OF CUPERTINO Agenda Item Subject: Youth Led Organization, Cybersecurity and AI Club Receive a presentation from Youth Led Organization, Cybersecurity and AI Club, for Teen Commission Highlight Program. CITY OF CUPERTINO Printed on 2/3/2026Page 1 of 1 9 TC 2-11-2026 9 of 15 CITY OF CUPERTINO Agenda Item Subject: Approval of Minutes - January 14, 2026 Review and approve the minutes from the Teen Commission meeting on January 14, 2026. CITY OF CUPERTINO Printed on 2/3/2026Page 1 of 1 10 TC 2-11-2026 10 of 15 DRAFT MINUTES CUPERTINO TEEN COMMISSION Wednesday, January 14, 2026 At 6:01 p.m. Chair Anushree Misra called the regular Teen Commission meeting to order at the Quinlan Conference Room, 10185 North Stelling Road and via teleconference. ROLL CALL Chair Anushree Misra, Vice Chair Harly Liu, and Commissioners Rusheel Deshmukh, Jonathan Gao, Saanvi Halambi (arrived at the meeting at 6:03 p.m.), Sumedha Kumar, Chelsea Lau (arrived at the meeting at 6:02 p.m.), Vinay Prakash, and Brianna Su. Absent: None. CEREMONIAL MATTERS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Subject: Sports and Fitness Division Presentation Recommended Action: Receive a presentation on the Sports and Fitness Division from Recreation Manager, Alex Corbalis. Recreation Manager Alex Corbalis gave a presentation. Commissioners asked questions which staff responded to. Chair Misra opened the public comment period and, seeing no one, closed the public comment period. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. Subject: Approval of Minutes - November 12, 2025 Recommended Action: Review and approve the minutes from the Teen Commission meeting on November 12, 2025. Chair Misra opened the public comment period and, seeing no one, closed the public comment period. MOTION: Prakash moved and Kumar seconded to approve the November 12, 2025 Teen Commission meeting minutes. The motion carried with the following vote: Ayes: Misra, Liu, Deshmukh, Gao, Halambi, Kumar, Lau, Prakash, Su. Noes: None. Abstain: None. Absent: None. 11 TC 2-11-2026 11 of 15 POSTPONEMENTS – None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS – None WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None OLD BUSINESS – None NEW BUSINESS 3. Subject: Youth Led Organization Highlight Program Recommended Action: Discuss and provide feedback on current Youth Led Organization Highlight Program. Recreation Manager Sonya Lee gave a presentation. Commissioners asked questions which staff responded to. Commissioners made the following recommendations: • Make the YLO highlight program provide more meaningful recognition than social media posts, such as certificates, city endorsements, letters of commendation, in- person recognition, or video features. • Increase prestige and selectivity to boost interest and applications, with ideas including limiting recognition, creating tiers, and offering annual or standout awards. • Expand and clearly communicate eligibility to include school-based clubs (not only nonprofits), while maintaining an application and screening process to ensure community impact. • Prioritize outreach with emphasis on promotion through school ASBs, newsletters, advisors, and direct outreach within schools. • Improve publicity methods—especially by using short videos or reels to increase engagement and visibility for youth organizations and the Teen Commission. Chair Misra opened the public comment period and, seeing no one, closed the public comment period. 4. Subject: Teen Commission Role in Promoting Teen Programs Recommended Action: Discuss how Teen Commissioners can promote Teen Programs in the community. 12 TC 2-11-2026 12 of 15 Recreation Manager Sonya Lee gave a presentation. Commissioners made the following recommendations: • Serve as a bridge between City initiatives and the teen community. • Be intentional about outreach by identifying target audiences and determining the most effective ways to communicate information. • Include a clear outreach-related action item at the end of each meeting. • Utilize personal social media stories to help spread information. • Consider creating short, scripted videos to highlight programs such as the YLO Highlight Program. • Share Teen Commission contact information (including email addresses) at events such as Town Halls. • Ensure outreach planning is consistently incorporated into future Teen Commission meetings. Chair Misra opened the public comment period and, seeing no one, closed the public comment period. STAFF AND COMMISSION REPORTS Recreation Coordinator Robert Kaufman reported on recent and upcoming youth and community events, including a successful teen speaker series in November and multiple December holiday events such as the community tree lighting, Breakfast with Santa, Santa Visits, and an ASL-accessible Santa event. He highlighted upcoming opportunities in January and February, including the Cupertino Spelling Bee, Sweetheart Social on February 7, and a Teen Movie Night on February 20. Looking ahead to spring, he outlined major events with volunteer and speaking opportunities, including the annual 5K on March 7, the Teen Resource Fair on March 21, and Earth Day on April 4, noting that participation assignments will be finalized and communicated in the coming month. FUTURE AGENDA SETTING – Commissioners added the following future agenda items. • Receive an update on the YLO program and continue discussion on feasible next steps, particularly regarding expanding recognition. (Misra) ADJOURNMENT 13 TC 2-11-2026 13 of 15 At 7:52 p.m. Chair Misra adjourned the Regular Teen Commission meeting. Minutes prepared by: Lindsay Nelson, Administrative Assistant 14 TC 2-11-2026 14 of 15 CITY OF CUPERTINO Agenda Item Subject: Cybersecurity and AI Club for Teen Commission Highlight Program Discuss and evaluate Cybersecurity and AI Club for Teen Commission Youth Led Organization Highlight Program. CITY OF CUPERTINO Printed on 2/3/2026Page 1 of 1 15 TC 2-11-2026 15 of 15