The West Linn City Council pitched its support toward the creation of a U.S. Department of Peace and Nonviolence Monday, becoming the fourth city in Oregon to join a national grassroots political movement.

West Linn High School seniors Lucas Pinelli, Kirk Larson and Chelsea Callas presented the idea to city councilors at a regular meeting Monday. The three 17-year-olds had already briefed the council on their proposed resolution at a work session in October.

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