Committee Meeting | Youth Council - December 23, 2023

The Wayne County Commission's Youth Council held a committee meeting on December 23, 2023, focusing on drafting a resolution addressing economic oppression and its impact on youth within the Wayne County school system. The discussion centered on defining economic oppression, marginalized communities, and the effects of inequitable school funding, particularly in low-income and urban districts such as Detroit. Legal advisors from the county commission provided guidance on structuring the resolution, emphasizing the importance of clear definitions, supporting data, and actionable resolve clauses that specify requests to relevant entities, including the Wayne County Commission and school districts. The council also considered incorporating the impact of COVID-19 on educational disparities, especially regarding technology access during remote learning. Members planned to finalize a two-page draft for presentation at the upcoming county commission meeting and discussed ongoing collaboration and resource sharing to strengthen their resolution. No specific procurement or budgetary decisions were made during this meeting.