HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 26-97RESOLUTION NO. 26-97
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
REPEALING THE TEEN/YOUTH COUNCIL PROVISIONS OF
RESOLUTION NO. 22-52; DISSOLVING THE TEEN/YOUTH COUNCIL
AS A FORMAL CITY COMMITTEE; ESTABLISHING THE "ATLANTIC
BEACH YOUTH COUNCIL" AS A STAFF -ADMINISTERED YOUTH
COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR PURPOSE, MEMBERSHIP, OPERATIONS,
AND LIMITATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY,
AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on May 27, 2025, the City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 5-25-71,
repealing all prior CARAC/ARCC resolutions except for the Teen Council provisions contained
in Resolutions No. 22-52; and
WHEREAS, the retained Teen Council provisions continued to establish and govern the
Teen/Youth Council as a formal advisory body of the City, subject to applicable requirements for
advisory boards, including appointment procedures, public meeting requirements, and compliance
with the Florida Sunshine Law; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission recognizes the importance of meaningful youth
engagement and encourages opportunities for Atlantic Beach youth to participate in civic
activities, community service, leadership development, and programs that strengthen
communication between youth and local government; and
WHEREAS, the Recreation Division has evaluated the current structure of the Teen/Youth
Council and determined that transitioning from a formal advisory committee to a staff -
administered youth program will increase accessibility, expand participation opportunities, and
better align with current recreation programming practices; and
WHEREAS, transitioning the Teen/Youth Council to a youth Council model will provide
greater flexibility in programming, scheduling, leadership development opportunities, and youth
participation while reducing the administrative requirements associated with maintaining a formal
advisory committee; and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 26-97 repeals the Teen/Youth Council provisions contained
in Resolution No. 22-52, which previously superseded Resolutions No. 18-32, 18-51, and 19-68,
thereby dissolving the Teen/Youth Council as a formal advisory committee of the City; and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 26-97 establishes the Atlantic Beach Youth Council (ABYC)
as a voluntary youth program administered by the Recreation Division to continue fostering youth
involvement, civic awareness, leadership development, and community service opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Atlantic Beach Youth Council will continue the mission of the former
Teen/Youth Council by strengthening communication between Atlantic Beach youth and local
government through collaboration with City staff, the Arts, Recreation, & Culture Committee
(ARCC), and the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Atlantic Beach Youth Council will provide Atlantic Beach high school
students with opportunities to participate in volunteer service, educational initiatives, community
events, youth -focused programming, and activities designed to enhance their understanding of
municipal government and public service; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that establishing the Atlantic Beach Youth
Council will provide a more accessible and effective framework for youth engagement while
preserving the City's commitment to empowering young residents and encouraging their active
participation in the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach
as follows:
SECTION 1. The Teen/Youth Council provisions contained in Resolution No. 22-52 are
hereby repealed in their entirety. These provisions shall have no further force or effect.
SECTION 2. The Teen/Youth Council is hereby dissolved as a formal advisory committee
of the City. It shall no longer be considered a board, committee, or advisory body under the City
Code, and shall not be subject to:
• Florida's Government -in -the -Sunshine Law
• Florida Public Records Law (beyond normal program records)
• City board/committee appointment procedures
• Term limits or residency requirements
• Reporting requirements to the City Commission
SECTION 3. (a) The "Atlantic Beach Youth Council" (ABYC) is hereby established as a
voluntary youth Council administered by City staff within the Recreation Division. (b) The
purpose of ABYC is to promote youth leadership, civic engagement, community service, and
participation in arts, recreation, and cultural programming. (c) ABYC shall operate as a program,
not a board. It shall have no independent authority to advise the City Commission unless
specifically requested by staff or the Commission. The proposed program is outlined in Exhibit
A.
SECTION 4. (a) Membership shall be open to youth meeting criteria established by City
staff. (b) Members shall not be appointed by the City Commission. (c) Staff may establish bylaws,
meeting schedules, leadership roles, and program expectations. (d) ABYC may participate in
volunteer activities, community events, and leadership projects as approved by staff. (e) ABYC
shall not incur or obligate City funds except as authorized through the Recreation Division budget.
SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its
passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Commission of the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida,
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Curtis Ford, Mayor
Donna L. Bartle, City Clerk
Approvel as to form and correctness:
Jason a 1, C y Attorney