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Palo Alto Youth Council presents mental‑health census, outreach events and plans for civic engagement

Palo Alto Parks and Recreation Commission · February 24, 2026
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Summary

Youth Council officers presented two research reports and a slate of outreach events (including a civic summit Apr. 25) and asked commissioners how parks and programs can improve equitable access and youth mental‑health support; the council gathered survey responses from roughly 250–260 teens.

The Palo Alto Youth Council presented a study‑session update to the Parks and Recreation Commission on Feb. 24, introducing membership, surveys and program plans for the coming semester.

Chris Sanchez, the youth‑council staff liaison, introduced Youth Council President Maddie Park and Vice President Vinh. The group described first‑semester work that focused on youth mental health, civic…

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