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There will be an additional two youth on the council from the Performance Learning Center, Early College, Opportunity High School, a private school or homeschool. There will be a total of 18 youth serving on the Youth Council. Officers Officers will be elected using a written ballot. A quorum must be present at the meeting (2/3 present) for an election to be valid. Candidates may give a speech of three minutes or less on the day of the elections. The following offices will be filled: President —The President will preside over general meetings and confer with the Advisor about the agenda prior to meetings. The President will oversee committees and notify members about meetings and events. Vice President — The Vice President will preside over meetings in absence of the President and assist President in overseeing committees. Secretary —The Secretary will keep attendance and take minutes during meetings. Historian —The Historian will take photographs of members at events and shared with Advisor. The Historian will help compile a visual newsletter for county commissioners. Committees The following committees will be established: Application Committee — Responsible for reviewing applications and conducting interviews Member Recruiting Committee — Responsible for seeking new members for the Youth Council Education Committee — Responsible for planning educational opportunities for the Youth Council Duties The Youth Council members will: • Serve as ad hoc members to county boards /councils • Attend at least three commissioner meetings a year • Attend scheduled Youth Council meetings • Report to county commissioners • Identify and discuss issues facing youth in the county • Create strategies that address these youth issues • Educate young people in the community about their role as citizens Code of Ethics Members may not possess and /or consumer illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages during any Youth Council meetings or functions. No inappropriate behavior will be allowed at any Youth Council meeting or function. We strive for youth to become model students and role models for others at all times. 2 Attachment number 1 Page 149 G -4