Placement: Consent
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Recommendation for Appointment to Serve on the City of Port St. Lucie Youth Council.
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Submitted By: Stephanie Vernot, Community Engagement Manager, Communications Department
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of a Smart & Connected City.
Executive Summary (General Business): Established in 2023, the City of Port St. Lucie Youth Council has served as a fact-finding board since December of that year. Members are high school students in grades 9 through 12 who reside within the City. Appointed by the Mayor, members and governing board positions serve a one (1) year term.
To help promote collaboration and active involvement, two (2) standing subcommittees will continue to focus on Youth & Teen Engagement and High-Performing Public Spaces. This model ensures meaningful contributions from all members throughout the year.
On June 13, 2025, the application process for the upcoming year concluded. Of the current Youth Council members, nearly 50% reapplied (totaling 22), and 17 new applications were received. This brings the total number of Youth Council members for the 2025-2026 term to 39.
The Youth Council board will also see an increase in leadership responsibilities. The primary officer roles may include chair, vice chair, chair pro Tem, committee chair(s), and secretary -will guide the Council's work, with additional duties assigned to the Pro Tem, including fostering a meaningful virtual experience for online Youth Council members during monthly meetings. Each subcommittee will also appoint its own chairperson to ensure progress toward committee goals and teamwork.
To kick off the new term, the 2nd Annual Youth Council Leadership Summit will be held on Saturday, September 13th. This gathering will bring together Youth Council members, their guardians, community partners and city leaders to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another in an inspiring and engaging environment.
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