Community group seeks partners to open Clinton 'Dream Center' for county youth

During public comments, a representative for Hope on the Mountain described plans to establish a Dream Center in Clinton at 674 Highway 65 Business that would provide counseling, mentoring, career and financial preparation, and intervention services for county children.

The speaker said the organization is fundraising to close on the property by the end of the month, reported $25,000 already raised and expressly asked the court and community to "network with individuals, companies, churches" rather than requesting county funds. The speaker noted partners already include a licensed counselor and local businesses that have committed to a shadowing program for students.

The court thanked the speaker and did not take formal action on the request; members noted they appreciate community initiatives and that an appointment to fill a court vacancy is pending at the governor's office.