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Tucker opens applications for inaugural youth council
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Katie Burkholder , as published by Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)
· July 29, 2026
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Key takeaway They will meet monthly for about nine months, starting in September 2026.
In the City of Tucker, a new opportunity is available for high school students. Participants must live in Tucker and be in their sophomore through senior years. A group of students will be selected to contribute to city projects and activities.
The city's decision-making process will also receive input from these students. They will meet monthly for about nine months, starting in September 2026. Further details about this initiative are available from the City of Tucker.
The city had been planning to establish this group, which was approved by the City Council in May. High school students who are interested can now apply to be part of this new council.
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Category: government Published: July 29, 2026 Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) Reading time: 1 min
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