The Metropolitan Council of Nashville and Davidson County adopted a resolution supporting the Office of Youth Safety and requesting Mayor Freddie O'Connell to ensure a long-term, sustainable approach to Youth Policy and a Strategic Plan. This plan is intended to build on past work and extend beyond the current mayoral administration, emphasizing a centrally coordinated entity and a systemic approach to youth initiatives. The resolution calls for the establishment of an advisory working group, comprising representatives from various government divisions and community partners, to ensure consistency in youth development, career exploration, and employment initiatives. Furthermore, the resolution requests funding for a gap analysis as part of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 operating budget, to identify patterns and disparities in youth populations, employment, and social determinants at the neighborhood level, thereby maximizing the impact of youth engagement strategies.