This work is a description of practical experience in introducing one of the tools of public participation - a public council. The materials contained in it allow them to be used both for expert review and for practical activities. This work can help to form a clear understanding of the mechanisms for achieving real public participation in decision-making processes at the local level and public control over both draft government decisions and already adopted decisions. Recommended for officials interested in building new and effective forms of working with the public , socio-political figures, specialists in matters of public participation, leaders of public organizations, as well as for a wide range of readers who have their own active civic position. A documented publication in which you can find a description of manipulative techniques for working with youth “elders”, and technologies of strengthening influence of young people themselves. 2005, language - Russian