Garland, Texas – October 23, 2009 – Four members of the Garland Youth Council (GYC) have been appointed to the 2009-10 Congressional Youth Advisory Council by U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (3rd District – Texas). Congressman Johnson selected 45 students for this honor.
“I consider these students my young ambassadors to Congress. They keep me updated on what’s important to their generation. I look forward to another terrific and engaging year filled with informed debate and lively discussions,” said Johnson.
Johnson created the Council in 2004. The Council’s goal is two-fold. First, the group provides Johnson with greater student perspective and insight on issues that directly impact younger Americans. Second, Council activities educate students on government policies relevant to young people. The members of the Council meet approximately four times throughout the school year in the Third District. Last year, Johnson announced his official Facebook page at a CYAC meeting.
The GYC members appointed are:
GYC Chair Jaywin Malhi, appointed by District 1 Council Member Douglas Athas and serving his second year on the GYC;
GYC Secretary Jennifer Sims, appointed by District 8 Council Member Darren Lathen and serving her second year on the GYC;
Valencia King, appointed by District 2 Council Member and Mayor Pro Tem Laura Perkins Cox and serving her second year on the GYC;
Ginu Scaria, appointed by District 8 Council Member Darren Lathen and serving her first year on the GYC.
“The City of Garland is very proud of our Youth Council and the honor of having such abundant representation on Congressman Johnson’s Youth Advisory Council,” said Garland Mayor Ronald E. Jones.
For more information about the Garland Youth Council, visit www.GarlandYouthCouncil.org.