The original item was published from July 16, 2025 12:27 PM to September 18, 2025 1:15 PM
Mayor Ken Adams and the Board of Aldermen of the City of Olive Branch are excited to offer Mayor's Youth Advisory Council. Any student entering 11th - 12th grade who resides in the City of Olive Branch is eligible. This council will meet twice a month from September through April and will focus on leadership and civic development. Those selected will help develop and lead initiatives with the support of adult mentors, provide valuable insight on issues affecting youth and the community, and have the opportunity to attend the Mississippi Municipal League (MML) Statewide Youth Leadership Summit in the Spring of 2026.
To qualify for the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council, all applicants must be City of Olive Branch residents entering 11-12th grade. Applicants must complete an application with two letters of recommendation and be able to attend at least 80% of all sessions and the MML Youth Leadership Summit.
Applications for the 2025-2026 program are now open! To download an application, please visit www.obms.us/youthcouncil.