(a) The City, recognizing its responsibility in addressing youth related problems and accomplishing positive goals related to the youth in the community, hereby declares, as a matter of public policy, that the City will partnership with its youth in addressing youth issues in the community.
(b) In accordance with the foregoing preamble, the purposes of this chapter are to:
(1) Provide for a Trotwood Youth City Council;
(2) Provide for its organization;
(3) Provide a means for the youth of the City to acquire a greater knowledge of and appreciation for the political process of the City through active participation.
(c) In order to achieve it purposes, the Trotwood Youth Council shall serve and represent the youth in the community by working to:
(1) Keep the Trotwood City Council informed as to the needs and issues facing the youth in the community;
(2) Plan and implement sound educational, cultural and recreational activities for youth in the City with the support and guidance of the City;
(3) Provide service and leadership opportunities for the youth of the City by collaborating with City officials, officers, the school and other community organizations;
(4) Enhance the level of self respect in youth by providing opportunities for meaningful involvement, learning experiences, accomplishment and positive reinforcement;
(5) Emphasize respect for the rights and property of others through example;
(6) Promote community pride and minimize potential negative influences among youth.
(Ord. 53-01. Passed 10-15-01.)