July 18, 2024
By Michele Miller
What’s What New Port Richey
"Whenever the people are well informed, they can be trusted with their own government; that whenever things get so far wrong as to attract their notice, they may be relied on to set them to rights."
Thomas Jefferson to Richard Price, January 8, 1789, Source, Library of Congress
Those who want to know more about the functioning of their local governments have some options right now. Both the City of New Port Richey and Pasco County are taking registrations for Citizens Academies. Check out the notices below which contain information and links on how to register.
City of New Port Richey’s 2024 Fall Citizens Academy
Media Release | July 2024
City of New Port Richey
The City of New Port Richey is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Fall Citizens Academy. The nine-week program provides an in-depth look at how local government is organized as well as how services are funded and delivered.
Classes are held weekly on Wednesday nights from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at different locations throughout the city including City Hall, Public Works, the Library, Police Department, Fire Station, the Recreation & Aquatic Center and the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
The Citizens Academy is open to city residents ages 18 and up however non-residents may apply and be approved at the discretion of the City Manager. The application period for the 2024 Fall Citizens Academy is open now and runs until August 16, 2024. Classes begin on August 28, 2024. For the complete class schedule and to download an application, please visit www.cityofnewportrichey.org/…/citizens-academy
Last Call! Don’t Miss the Fall Pasco Citizens Academy
~~Apply online through July 31st~~
Media Release | July 17 2024
Pasco County Media Relations & Communications
PASCO COUNTY, FL —- Time’s running out! Don’t miss your chance to dive into Pasco County and get a behind-the-scenes look at how our local government operates.
Applications are OPEN for the Pasco Citizens Academy – a program that’s both educational and entertaining, designed to give you the inside scoop on all the services Pasco County offers! The Pasco Citizens Academy begins August 7, 2024, and includes 11 sessions, with a graduation ceremony in October.
Applications are being accepted through July 31, 2024: mypas.co/CitzAcademy
“This is truly a hands-on, interactive opportunity to learn how local government works and to share ideas about how to better serve our communities,” says Program Manager Tony Stillo. “You’ll be able to meet elected officials, spend time connecting with the people who work for the county, and get a real feel for what it’s like to make decisions that impact everyone who lives, works or visits Pasco County.”
To learn more about our amazing Citizens Academy, check out our latest episode of Pasco Podcast where County Administrator Mike Carballa chats with two recent Citizens Academy graduates.
For more information, visit: mypas.co/Citizens_Academy.
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