Aurora Youth Empowerment Center

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As part of its ongoing efforts to curb youth violence, the city is planning a youth center for all, with a special focus on at-risk and high-risk youth —the first of its kind in the city. The youth center will focus on violence prevention and intervention programs with the help of key community partners that serve youth.

The center’s location and opening date are yet to be determined. But youth, caregivers such as parents, and youth-serving professionals are invited to provide input on the type of services and programs that should be offered at the center via a short survey linked below.

City officials will consider the input collected as the planning of the youth center progresses. As details are finalized, the city will share information through city communication channels, including this project page. Be sure to subscribe to this page to receive updates on the project.

The online survey's deadline has been extended to Tuesday, April 30.

Questions? Email engagecec@auroragov.org.

For the latest on this project, check the news feed below.

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As part of its ongoing efforts to curb youth violence, the city is planning a youth center for all, with a special focus on at-risk and high-risk youth —the first of its kind in the city. The youth center will focus on violence prevention and intervention programs with the help of key community partners that serve youth.

The center’s location and opening date are yet to be determined. But youth, caregivers such as parents, and youth-serving professionals are invited to provide input on the type of services and programs that should be offered at the center via a short survey linked below.

City officials will consider the input collected as the planning of the youth center progresses. As details are finalized, the city will share information through city communication channels, including this project page. Be sure to subscribe to this page to receive updates on the project.

The online survey's deadline has been extended to Tuesday, April 30.

Questions? Email engagecec@auroragov.org.

  • Project Update: Sept. 11, 2025

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    Over the past year, the city of Aurora visited more than 15 properties, identified a potential location and developed a request for proposals for a service provider to operate a Youth Empowerment Center. This process has been guided by input from residents and the broader community.

    As many are aware, federal, state and local governments are experiencing budgetary challenges. While Aurora is in a stronger financial position than many other entities, the city has a responsibility to address both current and anticipated budget considerations.

    In light of this responsibility, the Aurora City Council has determined it will wait until 2026 budget projections are finalized before deciding on whether to move forward with the Youth Empowerment Center. An additional update is expected this fall.

    In the meantime, the city will continue supporting Aurora’s youth through existing initiatives, including the Youth Violence Prevention Program and Aurora SAVE.

Page last updated: 11 Sep 2025, 10:13 AM