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Residents praise Team Wilderness and Team Walker programs; graduates seek local hiring commitments
Summary
Dozens of public speakers praised Team Wilderness youth programs and Team Walker vocational training, and several graduates urged the council and developers to prioritize local hiring so trained residents can access jobs on major projects around Jersey City.
Multiple speakers at the council’s public comment period praised Team Wilderness (youth outdoor education) and Team Walker/Jerry Walker vocational training and asked the city to ensure local hiring on current construction projects.
Young participants in Team Wilderness described experiences in photography, hiking, kayaking and youth leadership. Anaya, a seventh‑grader, said the summer hikes and the Empowering Youth program "made a safe space for everyone involved" and asked the council to continue funding and fundraising for the…
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