Nevada County 2017 Citizen’s Academy Accepting Applications

by Rick Haffey, Nevada County June 12, 2017

June 12, 2017 – The County of Nevada is now accepting applications for our Citizen’s Academy, which offers a behind the scenes look at County Government. Citizen’s Academy provides insight into the array of services that help support a healthy, safe and vibrant community. Participants will have a chance to learn about the wide variety of services, tour various county facilities, and meet the dedicated employees who provide the services.

Where
Citizen’s Academy will take place at various locations in Grass Valley and Nevada City. Some classes will take place at the Eric Rood Administrative Center in Nevada City, but participants will also have the opportunity to tour other County Facilities such as the Jail, the Airport, and the new Brighton Greens Resource Center.

When
Citizen’s Academy takes place on consecutive Monday evenings (excluding holidays) between September 11^th and November 20^th.

September 11^th	Introduction to County Government
September 18^th	Information and General Services, & Emergency Services
September 25^th	County Finance
October 2^nd	Community Development Agency, & Public Works
October 16^th	Public Safety
October 23^rd	Information and General Services, & Library
October 30^th	Behavioral & Public Health
November 6^th	Health & Human Services
November 13^th	Probation, Public Defender, & District Attorney
November 20^th	Board of Supervisors, & Graduation

Why
The goal of Citizen’s Academy is to increase civic engagement and acquaint community leaders with the various functions of County Government. This is the fourth offering of this academy, and past participants have found the experience useful in improving their effectiveness in the community. Comments received from previous participants include:

“I gained a valuable understanding of the scope of county services, as well as insight into the complex budgeting process. I came away with a tremendous respect for the expertise of our county employees and officials.” – Susan Meagher, Citizen’s Academy Graduate.

“I met various capable employees and department heads behind the County’s operations and was impressed by the collaboration I saw between the many County departments.” – Tom Cross, Citizen’s Academy Graduate.

Applications are due June 30^th. Find an application here.