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Peachtree City establishes youth council to engage high‑school students
Summary
Mayor Kim Leonard announced a new Peachtree City Youth Council of up to 39 high‑school students and a 15‑member adult activities committee; applications for adult volunteers will open in July.
Peachtree City Mayor Kim Leonard announced the creation of a new youth council aimed at engaging rising high‑school sophomores, juniors and seniors in local government. The council will include up to 39 students and an adult activities committee of about 15 volunteers who will mentor and guide the youth members, Leonard said.
The move, credited to Council Member Laura Johnson for identifying the need, is intended to teach students how local government works, deepen civic engagement and develop leadership skills among participants. Leonard said applications for adults who want to serve on the activities committee will open in July, after which students will have the opportunity to apply.
City officials said the youth council will welcome participants from public high schools, private schools and homeschool programs. The council did not provide a timeline for student selection or details about term lengths, meeting cadence or staffing; those specifics will be set as the program’s application and organizational materials are finalized.
The city described the youth council as a long‑term investment in civic education and leadership development; officials said more information and application details will be posted on the city website in July.
