Hampton Youth Council measures approved

The Hampton City Council voted unanimously at its June 9 regular meeting to approve three measures related to the Hampton Youth Council. The first reading was approved for an ordinance amending the city’s code “to allow for increased efficiency of the Youth Council,” according to a staff report, as well as a resolution establishing the third Wednesday of each month as the date for youth council committee meetings.

The City Council also approved authorization to host a year-end ceremony for the youth council June 23 at the Train Depot. The stated purpose of that action was “to honor and congratulate Youth Council members.”