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City of Carlsbad Accepting Applications for Citizens Academy
The academy gives residents an up close look at how the city functions, including city planning, finances, police and fire, public works and cultural arts.
The City of Carlsbad made the following announcement on Tuesday, June 4, 2013:
The City of Carlsbad is now accepting applications for its fall 2013 Citizens Academy.
The free, seven-week course meets weekly starting Sept. 12 from 5 to 8 p.m., except one daytime bus tour. The academy gives residents an up close look at how the city functions, including city planning, finances, police and fire, public works and cultural arts.
Participants will have an opportunity to meet City Council members and city staff as well as get a behind-the- scenes tour of key city operations.
The City of Carlsbad began offering the Citizens Academy in 2001 as a way to familiarize residents with their city government. T
o date, more than 1,000 residents have participated in the program.
For additional information and to download an application, please visit the city’s website, www.carlsbadca.gov and search for “citizens academy.”
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Space is limited to 45 participants per session and 20 spots are currently available for the fall session.
Applicants must be 15 years or older, must live in Carlsbad and may only participate once.
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