Happy Valley Youth Council

04/25/2026

04/23/2026

Don't forget this SATURDAY! We will be at City Hall from 10am-2pm collecting any unwanted or outdated medications.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐀𝐘!

Through the coordination of Happy Valley Youth Council, the City is once again hosting the annual Rx Drug Take Back!

Simply drop off your unwanted or outdated prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, or drugs-NO QUESTIONS ASKED!

Offered as a way to not only raise awareness of the dangers of medications getting into the wrong hands, this event also highlights the Youth Council’s commitment to encouraging a safe community for all.

Event will take place from 10am-2pm in the parking lot of City Hall. For more information, check out hv.city/rx

03/19/2026

Members of the Happy Valley Youth Council just returned from an incredible week in Washington, D.C., attending the National League of Cities Congressional Conference—and wow, what an experience!
Over three packed days of interactive workshops on housing, how city government really works, and the ins and outs of policy making. It was amazing to learn how decisions are made and how youth voices can influence them.
One of the best parts? Meeting other youth councils from across the country. We shared ideas, swapped stories, and talked about the real issues we’re addressing back home in Happy Valley. It was inspiring to see how many young people are stepping up to make a difference in their communities. Oh yeah…we also got to do some sightseeing!

02/27/2026

What an incredible day at the Capitol for the Happy Valley Youth Council!

We started the day by visiting Representative April Dobson, where we had the opportunity to ask questions, share our perspectives, and learn more about how decisions are made at the state level. Later in the day, we had the privilege to also meet with Representative Lamar Wise and continued the conversation about the legislative process and what it means to serve our communities.

The highlight of the day was an unforgettable experience made possible an extended courtesy of Senator Christine Drazan. Not only did she take the time to meet with us, but she also arranged for a special shout-out and invited a few of our council members onto the Senate floor to see the legislative process up close. This was a rare opportunity, as the Senate floor is typically reserved for senators only and we are so grateful to have witnessed it in action.

Seeing state government at work in real time gave us a deeper understanding of leadership, civic responsibility, and public service. We are thankful to our state leaders for taking the time to invest in youth and for giving us such a meaningful experience.

We’re proud to represent Happy Valley and excited to keep learning and serving our community!

11/20/2025

We had a blast at last night's Youth Town Hall. Over 90 youth filled the library community room to engage and learn all about civic engagement. How can you get involved in your community? We had presenters from boys team charity, Happy Valley League, National Charity League, Inc - Sunnyside Chapter, LaSalle's National Honor Society, Nelson High School's Key Club, JROTC, Clackamas County, Oregon - Sunrise Community Coalition, and members from the Oregon National Guard - Oregon Military Department. We extend our sincere gratitude to our speakers, West Linn's Mayor Rory Bialostosky, Thomas T Joseph of Rotary Club of Clackamas, and to our own City Council President, Joshua Callahan. All three speakers shared their journey and inspirational stories on the importance of giving back and getting involved. Thank you all for your time and dedication to making our community a better place 💛

11/13/2025

JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Happy Valley Youth Council’s Annual Youth Town Hall!
Attention all teens! The Happy Valley Youth Council is excited to invite you to our Annual Youth Town Hall—a free event where you can share your thoughts, connect with peers, and enjoy free pizza! This is your chance to discuss important issues impacting your life in a relaxed, fun environment. We want to hear from YOU because your voice matters!
Event Details:
🗓 Date: Wednesday, November 19th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Happy Valley Library Community Room
13793 SE Sieben Park Way, Clackamas, OR 97015
🍕 Free Pizza for All Attendees!
This is your chance to learn about Civic Engagement and why it matters. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in thought-provoking conversations with your peers and meet new friends. RSVP today and bring your friends for a night of food, fun, and open discussion!
RSVP to: [email protected]

08/22/2025

06/18/2025

Tonight's City Council meeting was bittersweet as we said farewell to our two seniors, Grace and Paige. Thank you for your time and commitment to the Youth Council and young community members of Happy Valley.
We welcomed our newest members sworn in by Mayor Ellis. Welcome to the YC Jessica, Juliana and Hawi! Looking forward to our 25/26 Youth Council work.

04/26/2025

RX Drug take back happening now! Drive by and drop off prescription or over the counter medications. We will be here at City Hall until 2pm.

04/22/2025

This is a reminder that we will be holding our annual RX Drug Take Back event this Saturday, April 26, at City Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please drive by and drop off any unwanted or outdated medications.