Lufkin City Council recognizes Teen Court volunteers
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Summary
The council acknowledged three Teen Court volunteers and heard program results: 17 defendants served, 395 hours of community service and 37 jury terms this school year.
The Lufkin City Council opened its meeting with a short recognition of Teen Court volunteers who attended the session.
Three Teen Court volunteers introduced themselves to the council. Addison Gray said, “I’m Addison Gray, and I’m from Lufkin,” and Jonathan Hamm and Jeremiah Winslet also identified themselves as volunteers. Council Member Miss Bonner was thanked for restarting the program: “Miss Bonner was instrumental in getting that program back going,” one speaker said.
Council members heard a brief summary of Teen Court activity for the school year: 17 defendants served, 395 hours of community service completed and 37 jury terms held. The volunteers and staff emphasized the program’s role in diversion and community service opportunities for youth.
The recognition took place during the meeting’s opening remarks; no formal council action was requested or taken on the Teen Court presentation.
