Ord 92-139
ORDINANCE NO.
92-139
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON, ESTABLISHING THE
FEDERAL WAY YOUTH COMMISSION; PROVIDING FOR
THE ORGANIZATION, SPECIFYING THE DUTIES AND
FUNCTIONS THEREOF.
WHEREAS, the City of Federal Way recognizes that positive
interaction with youth is important to the community's quality of
life and is an investment in our City's future; and
WHEREAS, the views of youth are important to the citizens
of Federal Way and;
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to establish a Youth
Commission to review issues of particular importance to youth and
advise the City; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON,
DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
section 1.
created as follows:
The Federal Way Youth Commission is hereby
FEDERAL WAY YOUTH COMMISSION.
A. YOUTH COMMISSION CREATED.
As of the effective date of this ordinance there is
hereby established a Federal Way Youth Commission.
B.
PURPOSE.
The Youth Commission shall serve as an advisory body
to the City Council, other City boards, commissions and City staff
on issues such as youth programs, recreational activities, dance
clubs and other issues of importance to youth.
C.
GOALS.
The Federal Way Youth Commission is created to
promote leadership skills and the communication of ideas of youth.
The Youth Commission's goals shall be:
1. To find solutions for local youth problems and
report these to the City Council.
2. To provide community youth with an outlet for
expressing interests and opinions.
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3.
To
make
the
public
aware
of
the
Youth
commission and its program.
4. To recognize outstanding youth in the community
by proclaiming one week in April "Youth Recognition Week" which
shall culminate in an annual awards ceremony with presentations
from the Mayor and Council.
5.
To suggest ways to improve the quality of life
for young people.
D.
RESPONSIBILITIES.
The
responsibilities:
commission
shall
have
the
following
1. To hold regular public meetings at least once
a month, pursuant to a regular agenda, and to keep a written record
of its proceedings which shall be a public record, all in
accordance with Washington State law;
2. To serve as advisors to the council and the
Council's various boards, commissions and task forces;
3. To adopt by-laws for the regular operation of
the Commission; and
4. To provide outreach to the community in an
effort to place youth issues before our citizens in a positive
manner.
E.
MEMBERSHIP.
1. The Commission shall consist of thirteen (13)
members appointed by the City Council.
2. The Commission shall serve without
compensation.
3. Each member shall serve a term of two (2)
years. Vacancies shall be filled for any unexpired term in the
same manner as the original appointment.
4. Persons appointed to serve on the Commission
shall reside within the Federal Way School District boundaries
during the members' terms.
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5. Three (3) commissioners will be chosen from the
service areas of Federal Way High School, Decatur High School, and
Thomas Jefferson High School. Two (2) members will represent
continuation, and two (2) will represent Contract Based Education.
Sophomores, juniors and seniors at a Federal Way high school, or
ninth graders who will attend a Federal Way high school in the
second year of appointment, are eligible. Persons appointed during
their senior year shall be eligible for a one-year term.
6. Terms of office would run from September 30 to
August 30, wi th each year's term beginning in October. The
selection process for the upcoming term shall occur throughout the
month of September. ,
F. STAFF SUPPORT.
The City Manager shall appoint appropriate staff as
he or she deems appropriate to assist the Commission in the
preparation of its reports and records as are necessary for the
operation of the commission.
section 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take
effect five (5) days after passage and publication of an approved
summary consisting of the title thereto.
PASSED by the city council of
2nd day of June
this
the City of Federal Way
, 1992.
CITY OF FEDERAL WAY
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MAYOR, ROBERT STEAD
. SWANEY, CMC
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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ACTING CITY ATTORNEY,
CAROLYN A. LAKE
FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK:
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL:
PUBLISHED: June 5, 1992
EFFECTIVE DATE: June 10, 1992
ORDINANCE NO. 92-139
May 13, 1992
June 2, 1992
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