Three new student members introduced themselves to the Youth Task Force during committee updates: Jesus, a freshman at Ivy Reimbursement High School and newly elected class president; Alain Sanchez, a freshman who said he recently received a “do the right thing” award; and Alexa, a junior at the School for Advanced Studies. Each offered brief remarks about their interest in events and civic engagement.

The committee also reviewed membership counts and rules. Members said the committee currently has 13 people (described as 12 adults plus 1 off‑site member) and discussed the maximum number of student members allowed (committee members repeatedly referenced limits and said the committee can have up to seven student members). Organizers asked anyone without a committee shirt to speak to Ernie to obtain one.

Why it matters: Student recruitment and clear expectations for volunteers shape the Youth Task Force’s ability to staff community events and sustain ongoing programming. Several agenda items (holiday festival, Halloween event) depend on student participation and volunteer coordination.

Key points
- New members introduced themselves and their schools; the committee welcomed them and briefly reviewed expectations including Robert’s Rules and Sunshine Law material in the town welcome packet.
- Membership: Committee members said the group currently can accept two additional students (noting a cap on student members) and can add adult volunteers as needed.
- Volunteer program: A member who identified themselves as “Councilman Sanchez” described an existing volunteer program that sends emails about upcoming events and hours tracking; the committee urged volunteers to be responsible and lead by example at events.

Ending
Committee leaders asked new members to review the town welcome materials and confirmed that more detailed orientation and assignments will be provided at subsequent meetings and during event setup.