Junior Council Person Program

The intent of the JCP program is to provide the opportunity for high school and college students residing in the Borough of Irwin to gain first-hand experience in local government, public relations, communications, and community service by participating in Council-related activities, such as meetings and events, and guiding the newly created Junior Council Committee. This program is dedicated to promoting future leadership in the Borough, continuing a positive focus on youth outreach and, in a general sense, developing community resources and improvements in the best interest of Irwin residents.

  1. Eligibility: Current high school junior or senior, or college freshman, sophomore, or junior
  2. Two students serve per year
  3. Two-year term with optional summer participation
  4. Duties:
  5. Attend monthly Borough Council meeting and workshop
  6. Host monthly Junior Council Person (JCP) committee meeting and provide report at each monthly Council meeting
  7. Propose, develop, and lead one to two projects per school year that are focused on resolving issues facing youth in our community
  8. Attend community and Borough-related events
  9. Shadow Borough officials and tour departments
  10. APPLICATIONS DUE May 24, 2024 to T.Baum@IrwinBorough.org