Municue
El Paso, TX

Youth Advisory Board

organization
4 mentions across 3 events

Also known as: YAB

The Youth Advisory Board is an official City of El Paso advisory body composed of high school students in grades 9–12 that advises the City Council on issues impacting youth. Members must be ages 14–19 and reside within El Paso. The board contributes to the city's efforts toward UNICEF Child Friendly City designation and provides a platform for young people to engage in civic decision-making.
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governance (4)
community (3)
policy (1)
appointment (1)

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mentioned (4)

Related Entities

Leon Lerma2
City Manager1

Location

300 N Campbell Street, El Paso, TX 79901·Show on Google Maps ↗

Activity Timeline

June 2026

Board Agenda Items
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A Youth Advisory Board member proposes hosting a Youth Town Hall and a Fireside Chat with a representative for discussion by the board.

Discussion on Proposal to Host a Youth Town Hall and Representative Fireside Chat - Leon Lerma, Youth Advisory Board Member

Board Agenda Items
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An update presented by Youth Advisory Board member Leon Lerma regarding the Board's social media initiative.

Update on the Youth Advisory Board Social Media Initiative - Leon Lerma, Youth Advisory Board Member

May 2026

Other Business
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Proposal to amend the Youth Advisory Board Resolution to let the City Manager or designee appoint school-nominated members for the Mayor and each City Council Representative, expanding the board to nine members.

Discussion and action to amend Section 1. A of the Youth Advisory Board Resolution to allow the City Manager and his or her designee to appoint members, as nominated by the schools, for the Mayor and

April 2026

Board Agenda Items
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Discussion and action on developing plans for Youth Town Hall Meetings to be hosted by Youth Advisory Board members in their respective districts.

Discussion and Action on plan development for Youth Town Hall Meetings to be hosted by Youth Advisory Board members in their districts.