Submitted by City of Lacey
The City of Lacey is accepting Lacey Youth Council (LYC) applications from 2025-2026 sophomores, juniors, and seniors who attend public or private schools, alternative education programs, or are home-schooled in the Lacey area. The application period is open now through Monday, June 30, 2025.
Established in 2019, the LYC serves as an advisory board to the Lacey City Council (Council). It was created to encourage civic engagement and bridge the gap between youth and local government by involving them in community activities and providing leadership opportunities.
LYC member Eliana Allin, a senior at Pope John Paul II High School, learned about the opportunity through a fellow student who served for two years. Eliana, now finishing her second term, states, “It’s been amazing to learn about how city government works.”
The LYC meets twice a month during the school year, including a monthly, in-person report to the Council. This provides LYC members an opportunity to:
- Gain insight into how local government functions and serves the community.
- Offer youth-driven insights and recommendations to Council and staff.
- Participate in community projects.
- Earn 30 or more hours of community service or a stipend of $50 per meeting,
up to $500 per year.
To learn more about the LYC and apply, visit City of Lacey website.
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