KINGMAN – During their May 6 meeting, the Kingman City Council recognized members of the Kingman Youth Advisory Council (KYAC) for their continued dedication to civic engagement, leadership, and community service. Special recognition was given to graduating seniors, who received tokens of appreciation for their contributions.
The City of Kingman first established KYAC on July 2, 2024, with the goal of empowering local youth to take an active role in municipal government. Since its inception, KYAC has provided high school students with opportunities to engage in public service, offer input on community matters, and serve as a bridge between the city and its younger residents.
Over the past year, KYAC members have been involved in a variety of community projects. Most recently, they partnered with the nonprofit organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to deliver and set up beds for a local family in need. KYAC members and SHP representatives brought and set up a set of bunk beds and a single bed for a young family who had recently moved into their new home and is striving to rebuild their lives.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace aims to ensure that no child in our community has to sleep on the floor. Through contributions of mattresses, quilts, and bedding, as well as countless volunteer hours for making and assembling the beds, KYAC helped them be able to achieve their mission.
“As some of these students prepare to graduate and move on to the next chapter of their lives, we want to thank them for their service and leadership,” said Mayor Ken Watkins. “The work KYAC has done over the past year shows us that the future of Kingman is in good hands. This council is proof that when we invest in our youth, we invest in our city.”
Any high school student interested in government, leadership, or making a difference in Kingman is encouraged to apply to KYAC. For more information on how to get involved, please visit: https://www.cityofkingman.gov/government/kingman-youth-advisory-council
