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Council tables vote but backs planning for a Sunnyside youth advisory board
Summary
Councilor Frausto presented a draft youth advisory board charter and council directed staff to continue drafting an ordinance; councilors supported the idea but asked for edits and for the item to return for formal adoption later.
Councilor Frausto brought a proposal on March 24 to establish a city youth advisory board to give Sunnyside residents aged roughly 13–18 a structured role advising the council and learning municipal processes. The item was presented as a draft and councilors asked staff and proponents to revise the language before returning it in ordinance form for eventual adoption.
Why it matters: Councilors described the board as an investment in civic education and future leadership. Council members said involving youth helps demystify local government and gives younger residents direct…
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