Summary
The Youth Advisory Board created two years ago never got off the ground — zero applicants. Council President Tony Cuda reworked the legislation with high school youth advisor Steve Walker and Parks and Rec Director Andres Gonzalez, adding middle school and private school seats and an attendance requirement, with recruitment set to begin this spring.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Local students get a real voice in recreation programming and city decisions that affect young people.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Council Committee of the Whole - May 11, 2026
A formal youth council isn't legally possible for minors, so an informal advisory role with the Parks and Rec board is proposed. The board will also pilot sending its leadership to council committee meetings instead of the whole board.
Administrative Services Committee of Council - Apr 3, 2026
The Youth Advisory Board created two years ago never got off the ground — zero applicants. Council President Tony Cuda reworked the legislation with high school youth advisor Steve Walker and Parks and Rec Director Andres Gonzalez, adding middle school and private school seats and an attendance requirement, with recruitment set to begin this spring.
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