Tracy City Council honors DARE students for drug education achievements

The Tracy City Council convened on May 6, 2025, to address various community matters, including recognition of local students and routine city business. The meeting commenced with a series of presentations, highlighting the achievements of students participating in the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program. Students from Villalobos Elementary, George Kelly Elementary, and Southwest Park Elementary were acknowledged for their contributions to the community and their commitment to drug abuse resistance education.

The council recognized students who excelled in the program, with those earning between 500 to 999 points receiving certificates. Notable recipients included Div Jot Ladder, Olivia Wright, and Ariana Perez, among others. Additionally, students who surpassed 1,000 points were celebrated, including Divina Dela Rosa and Jimena. The council invited the students to the front for applause and photo opportunities, emphasizing the importance of their achievements.

Following the presentations, the council moved to the consent calendar. Interim City Attorney Andrew Shen noted a minor typographical correction on item 1i but confirmed no items needed to be pulled from the agenda. Council Member Nygaard requested to pull item 1i for further discussion. The council then voted to approve the consent calendar, excluding item 1i, with all members in favor.

The meeting proceeded with a staff report on item 1i, presented by Operations Superintendent Jim Thompson. The details of this report were not included in the provided transcript, but it marked the transition into the council's business discussions.

Overall, the meeting showcased the council's commitment to community engagement and recognition of youth contributions, while also addressing routine city governance matters. Further discussions on item 1i are anticipated in subsequent meetings.