About the Decatur Youth Council
The Decatur Youth Council (DYC) is a city-sponsored, community-based leadership program for high school students who live within the City of Decatur and attend public, private, and home-based schools. Members of the DYC will develop into young leaders through structured monthly educational programs and team-building activities.
Meeting Schedule
Held on the first Wednesday each month (except June through August) at 4:00 p.m. at Decatur City Hall.
2025-2026 Youth Council members:
| Addy Duitsman | Claire DuVall (Co-chair) | Liora Yustein | Riley Pare |
| Allie Hogan | Elia Mathew-Lewis (Co-chair) | Liza Tell | Rue Cooper |
| Anju Park | Izayn Umlani (Secretary) | Malachi Bataille | Sonoma Oster |
| Austin Nobles | Karsyn Baker | Mason Nobles | Tatum Herman |
Application Process to Join the DYC
Each year in September the City Commission appoints members to the Decatur Youth Council to serve a one-year term. Eligibility includes high-school aged students, regardless of school affiliation, provided they are residents of the City of Decatur. DYC members will be chosen based on academics, community service, leadership attributes, character, essay, and recommendations from adult references. Selected candidates will be called to schedule an interview.
The 2025-2026 DYC year is underway. Applications for the 2026-2027 DYC will be posted on this page in late June 2026.
For further information on the Decatur Youth Council, contact Staff Liaison Meredith Roark, Chief of Staff, 404-370-4102 or meredith.roark [at] decaturga.com (meredith[dot]roark[at]decaturga[dot]com)
