Inspiring Civic Engagement Through Personal Stories

A lively panel of elected officials share why they choose careers in local government and how youth can contribute. Panelists were: San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller, East Palo Alto City Councilmember Lisa Gauthier, East Palo Alto Mayor Antonio Lopez, San Mateo City Councilmember Amourence Lee, Menlo Park Mayor Cecilia Taylor, with youth moderator and comedian Ritu Belani.The discussion highlights the importance of community involvement in local issues and the importance of youth participation in local governance.Recorded live on Sept. 21, 2024 at Menlo School in Menlo Park, CA.