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Rock County Board approves ongoing Youth and Governance program, allocates $5,000
Summary
After public comment from a program participant and a debate about committee placement and funding, the Rock County Board voted to establish a permanent Youth and Governance program and allocate $5,000 to support orientation, travel and participant materials.
The Rock County Board of Supervisors on a voice vote approved a resolution to establish an ongoing Rock County Youth and Governance Program and allocate $5,000 to support its operations.
A student participant addressed the board before the vote. “My name is Max Wilson. I'm from Milton. I'm a junior at Milton High School, and I'm a participant in the Rock County Youth and Governance program,” he said, urging supervisors to make the program permanent and describing mentorship he received from Supervisor Peer.
Supporters said the program gives youth direct exposure to county operations and…
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