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Commissioners award $5,000 from juvenile justice fund to Dayton youth club
Summary
The Board approved a $5,000 award from the juvenile justice fund to support the Dayton youth club's after-school programs; the club director described attendance and program aims to commissioners.
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners voted to award $5,000 from the county's juvenile justice fund to the local youth club in Dayton.
The club director described a rebound in participation since last year and argued after-school programming helps build relationships and keep children engaged. He told commissioners the club currently serves roughly 120 members and that daily attendance has risen to about 35-40 children after a slow start earlier in the year.
Commissioners asked about program details, the age range (kindergarten through fifth grade) and how children arrive at the club; the director said Dayton School District buses most attendees and that some Waitsburg students use public transit to attend. The club director said the organization relies on grants and donations and is exploring other revenue avenues.
After the director's presentation, a commissioner moved to award $5,000 from the juvenile justice fund to the club. The board voted in favor and the motion carried.
County staff recorded the award on the meeting record; commissioners did not attach conditions at the time of approval, and staff indicated follow-up and reporting expectations are consistent with juvenile justice fund procedures.
