51-25 Amending Chapter 2, Article 1, Sections 2-12.1.1 Through and Including Article 1, Section 2-12.1.7 to Update Proceedings for Appointment to and Duties of the South Bend Common Council

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(b) The Youth Advisory Council shall make recommendations to enhance participation of youth throughout the community, to improve communications with school and governmental entities, and to improve employment opportunities for youth in the community. (c) The Youth Advisory Council shall provide an annual report of its activities, initiatives, and objectives. (d) The Youth Advisory Council shall address the Common Council under the "Special Business" portion to provide an annual report of its activities, initiatives, and objectives. Section 2-12.1.6 — Public Engagement Initiative. (a) The Youth Advisory Council shall organize at least one seminar, town hall meeting or similar public forum annually. (b) The topic shall be selected by the Youth Advisory Council and may include issues such as Mental Health, Civic Engagement, Education Equity, or other matters relevant to youth in the community. The event should aim to foster dialogue, raise awareness, and promote youth-led solutions. Sec. 2-12.1.7. Liaisons to the Youth Advisory Council. (a) The Residential Neighborhoods Committee Chairperson shall be the legislative liaison to the Youth Advisory Council and be available for mentoring duties. All Councilmembers are welcome to serve, but the Common Council President and/or Vicechair of the Residential Neighborhoods Standing Committee are also strongly encouraged to act as legislative liaisons to the Youth Advisory Council. (b) The City Administration shall designate a point of contact as a liaison to the Youth Advisory Council and be available for programming and mentorship duties. Secs. 2-12.1.8-2-12.1.10. Reserved.