The Bexar County Commissioners Court meeting on June 24, 2025, highlighted significant developments in youth engagement in the electoral process, particularly through the Youth2Vote initiative. Heather, the founder and executive director of Youth2Vote, presented updates on the program's efforts to recruit high school and college students as poll workers, emphasizing the importance of intergenerational collaboration in fostering civic participation.

During her address, Heather reported that Youth2Vote successfully placed over 40 students in various election roles across Bexar County during the recent election cycles. This initiative has been bolstered by a federal grant from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, which has helped expand recruitment efforts. Heather noted that Texas has unique laws regarding poll worker appointments, which require that only presiding election judges can hire clerks for their voting sites. This makes the work of Youth2Vote even more critical, as they actively recruit judges willing to hire students.

Eliana Arriaga, a former student clerk who has now taken on the role of presiding election judge, shared her positive experiences with the program. She highlighted how Youth2Vote provided her with the necessary support and guidance to navigate the election process, ultimately leading her to successfully manage a vote center with a youthful and energetic team.

The meeting concluded with an invitation to the upcoming Youth Voter and Poll Worker Fest, scheduled for September 20, which aims to kick off high school voter registration week. Heather expressed her hope for continued support from the Commissioners Court to empower Bexar County's young voters and poll workers in the upcoming school year and beyond. This initiative not only enhances civic engagement among youth but also aims to reshape the perception of election processes in the community.