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City staff propose youth advisory board for high‑school students; applications contingent on resolution update
Summary
Staff proposed re‑establishing a youth advisory board open to high‑school sophomores through seniors as a school‑year program (September–May); staff said applications would open after the commission updates an outdated ordinance that defines membership and terms.
City staff outlined a plan to reconstitute a youth advisory board for Leavenworth residents in high school.
A staff presenter said the board would target sophomores through seniors, run for a school year (September–May), be staffed by city staff member Trevor with additional staff support, and culminate in a May presentation by youth members on a project or recommendation. The staff member said Dr. Adams and Mr. Vannucchi of USD 453 have been consulted and are supportive.
Commissioners discussed eligibility thresholds and continuity concerns (for example whether freshmen should be allowed and whether members would reapply each year). Staff noted applications cannot be opened until the commission addresses an outdated resolution that sets membership and terms; if that is resolved, staff planned to open applications within days of the next regular meeting. No vote was taken.
Next steps: staff to consult with the city clerk about the existing resolution language and return with a recommended update so applications can open.
