Allie Blum, senior executive assistant for Lake Havasu City, said she was born in Lake Havasu City in 1986, grew up in the Fort Mohave/Bullhead area and moved back to the city in 2007. "I love Havasu. I love the history. I love the community and people," she said.

Blum described her work in the mayor and city manager's office and her coordination with multiple departments, including parks and recreation. She said she has worked for the city since 2016 and serves as advisor to the Havasu Youth Advisory Council, a body of high-school students who apply to participate and learn about civic engagement and community service.

"We work with council members and mayor to, teach these kids about civic engagement, community service, working with the public, leadership and overall just being good people for the community," Blum said.

Blum said the youth council meets on the first Thursday of every month. She said the council was preparing for the holiday season and that members would take part in the community's annual community dinner on Dec. 12. She also said River Cities United Way was scheduled to present at the meeting about the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and related training opportunities.

Speaking to concerns about local hiring practices, Blum addressed a rumor she had heard that city jobs required connections. "Back in the day there used to be this weird rumor about you had to know somebody to work for the city and I don't agree with that at all," she said. "In 2016, I applied 4 different times for the city. I knew nobody and if you're wanting to be part of the city, all you have to do is work hard, practice, never give up and always believe in yourself and you could be part of this amazing community."

The segment closed with a lighthearted question about a hypothetical drive-through for city departments; Blum joked she would pick whichever department has "the most chocolate." The youth council will continue meeting monthly to plan community events and hear presentations from nonprofit partners.