BENEFITS:
- Get better acquainted with the city you live in.
- Become an outstanding candidate for a city board, commission or committee.
- Build your resume/portfolio.
- Become an active community member.
- Meet your local elected officials and city staff.
- Learn about a variety of city programs and services.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be 18+ years of age.
- A resident of Brazos County.
- Not running for political office during the program.
- If you miss more than three sessions, you will not receive a graduation certificate.
CLASS DETAILS:
- It's free! If you'd like to keep your session handouts organized, it's recommended (not required) to purchase at least a 3-inch, three ring binder with 12 dividers.
- Starts on Monday, Jan. 25 and runs for 13 weeks (12 classes and a graduation night) on Mondays from 7-9 p.m.
- Refreshments & snacks will be provided AND you're welcome to bring your own.
- Class size limit: 30 participants.
- Sessions focus on City of College Station departments, budgets, services, programs and activities:
- City Manager's Office
- City Secretary's Office
- Parks & Recreation
- CSU: Water, Wastewater & Electric Services
- Utility Customer Service
- Neighborhood Services
- Public Works
- GIS
- Planning & Development Services
- Police
- Municipal Court
- Fire
- Fiscal Services
- Public Communications
- Community Services
- City Council