Media Release - American Canyon's Citizens Academy returns for fall 2023
City of American Canyon, California sent this bulletin at 08/25/2023 06:00 PM PDT
Media Release
For Immediate Release
American Canyon's Citizens Academy returns for fall 2023
AMERICAN CANYON, Calif., August 25, 2023, 6:00 PM - American Canyon is pleased to announce the return of the fall 2023 Citizens Academy. This unique program, established in 2015, aims to foster a deeper connection between residents and the city, providing community members valuable insights into city operations, decision-making processes, ongoing developments and more.
“We’re thrilled to welcome back our annual Citizens Academy,” said City Manager Jason Holley. “More than a series of informative sessions, the Academy is a catalyst for cultivating a community of well-informed and engaged residents who will shape the future of American Canyon.”
The free eight-week program will begin on September 27, 2023, and run through November 15, 2023, with sessions held on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 PM. Each week, the Academy will cover a different department within American Canyon and provide an understanding of its critical roles and functions—-showing how they interact to form a strong and effective government. During these sessions, participants will have the opportunity to:
Meet with American Canyon’s management team, including the City Manager and department heads
Learn about decision-making processes, fund allocation and how departments operate
Ask questions to the management team
Hear the current status of and plans for American Canyon's development
Learn about current issues and proposed projects in the city
Participate in discussions about City policy
Tour City facilities
Registration for the fall 2023 Citizens Academy is open until September 10, 2023. Participation is open to residents aged 18 and above. To register, visit www.cityofamcan.org/citizensacademy.