The Lake County Board of Supervisors adopted a proclamation recognizing April 2025 as California Friday Night Live Month and heard youth members describe local prevention activities.

Supervisor Sabatier read the proclamation and introduced student speakers from the Friday Night Live club, a statewide youth‑led prevention program. Sophie Savatier, a club member, described a recent project in which club members placed more than 200 door hangers and stickers on alcohol containers at local stores to remind customers it is illegal to supply alcohol to minors. The students also collected parent pledges at community events; the group said they previously reached a record of 105 parent pledges and are aiming higher this year.

Richie Okino and Amber, Lake County Behavioral Health staff who support the program, said Friday Night Live offers skill development, leadership opportunities and prevention projects across schools. Okino said the program helps normalize alternatives to substance use and builds youth leadership, while Amber noted state funding is limited and asked for community support to expand the program countywide.

Several supervisors praised the youth participants and discussed plans to expand Friday Night Live into additional schools; presenters said discussions are underway with the Lake County Office of Education and local school sites to add middle and elementary clubs. The county plans to continue partnering with local businesses for pledge drives and store visits.

The proclamation is ceremonial; staff and students said they will continue outreach events, pledge drives and school recruitment without any county policy change.