Who we serve

About the Hastings Youth Council

In 1969, The Board of Trustees of the Village of Hastings on Hudson appointed a group of citizens called the “Narcotics Guidance Council” to combat drug abuse among young people. Today, the “Hastings Youth Council” continues this work, but its purposes have broadened.

The Youth Council is an integral part of the village’s support network for children, teens and families, through their many services, including counseling, drug education programs, volunteerism, safe rides, employment services and many other programs as well.

Composed of 8 volunteers and student representatives from Hastings High School, the Youth Council oversees and collaborates with the Youth Advocate Program, Youth Services programs, and many other programs and services that offer enhancement and/or a safety net to underserved, under resourced youth in our community.

The Council is appointed by the Mayor and Board of Trustees while working in partnership with the Village Government and Hastings on Hudson Union Free School District.

Youth Council Committee Members

Dr. Lori Walsh, Chair

Matthew Wilson

Marie-Louise Miller

Mary Esther Malloy

Laura Heisler Milton

Sarah Epps

Contact Hastings Youth Council Committee at Email: HOHYouthCouncil@gmail.com