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Council directs study to create a Los Angeles Youth Commission

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Summary

Councilmember Eric Garcetti's motion to study the creation of a city youth commission passed Aug. 15, with councilmembers urging the commission be connected to other city bodies and that youth voices be included across commissions.

The City Council directed staff on Aug. 15 to study establishment of a Los Angeles Youth Commission and to return recommendations within 60 days.

Action and rationale: Councilmember Eric Garcetti introduced the motion to explore forming a Youth Commission that would give young Angelenos a formal advisory platform and a stronger voice in city policymaking. Supporters said the commission could bridge a…

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