FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON-OCTOBER 28, 2009)
Town Answers Call for Support of Teen Court Program
Mayor Robert Willey recently responded on behalf of the Town of Easton to support the Teen Court program in Talbot County. Talbot County’s Teen Court program addresses the high risk of problematic behavior among county youth and provides early diversion for youth with first-time, minor offenses, often alcohol and tobacco violations. Teen Courts are staffed by youth volunteers from Easton and St. Michaels High Schools who serve in various capacities within the program, trained and acting in the roles of jurors, lawyers, bailiffs, clerks and judges. Teen Courts in Talbot County recently began their 11th year of service to the community.
Talbot Partnership, which serves as the fiscal agent for Teen Courts, is looking to find individuals, local businesses, community foundations, service organizations, and the faith community to assist with keeping this important program in place. If you are interested in supporting Teen Courts, please contact Talbot Partnership at 410-819-8067 or info@talbotpartnership.org.
Pictured left to right are Robbie Gill, Director of the YMCA of Talbot County and Fundraising Committee member for Teen Courts; Easton Mayor Robert Willey; Gary Pearce, Executive Director for Talbot Partnership, fiscal agent for Teen Courts; and Glen Plutschak, Drug Court Coordinator. Mayor Willey recently presented a check, on behalf of the Town of Easton, to support the Teen Court program in Talbot County.
