Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles Launches Fourth Cohort of the S.M.A.R.T. Youth Advisory Council. For Immediate Release: Thursday, September 26, 2024. ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 26, 2024 — Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles has launched her fourth cohort of her S.M.A.R.T. Youth Advisory Council, which focuses on engaging youth in County government processes. The Youth Advisory Council (SYAC) aims to increase youth participation in local government and allow students to advocate for creative solutions. This cohort comprises 20 students in grades 7 through 12 and includes representation from all seven Council Districts.