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Commission discusses bringing student representatives to Urban Forestry meetings to build continuity and outreach
Summary
Members discussed inviting students as visitors or formal student representatives, reviewed models used by neighboring commissions, and directed staff to consult city law and local schools about legal steps and program design.
At the April 14 meeting the Urban Forestry Commission explored options for involving high school or college students in the commission’s work, including nonvoting visitors, student representatives and internship-style participation.
Commissioners cited a nearby community (Avon Lake) that brought a high-school student onto its commission and reported positive results for youth engagement. Participants discussed…
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