Citizens Leadership Academy
> The next Academy begins in Fall, 2009. (August 27 - October 8)
The Vista Citizens Leadership Academy is a seven-week program held on consecutive Thursday evenings from 5 to 7 pm, with the exception of one lunchtime session. The program is designed to give citizens an insider's view of their city government.
The program is tailor made to engage and entertain those who live and work in Vista.
Participants will:
- Meet City Council members, department heads and staff
- Tour City facilities and development projects
- Learn how decisions are made, how City funds are allocated and how departments operate
- Discuss important issues such as development, traffic, growth and more
- Meet new people and participate in lively debates and role-playing exercises
- Discuss Vista's history and its future
- Discover how to become more involved in your community.
The Vista Citizens Leadership Academy is free. Participants must be 18 years of age or older and either a Vista resident or business owner.
The Academy will culminate in a graduation ceremony and certificate of accomplishment.
More information on the Fall, 2009 session will be posted soon.