Residents who want to learn about the structure of city government, become updated on local issues and get to know the city’s leaders now have a way to do so.
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Surprise City Academy makes return in person
Learn about local government with free class
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By Independent Newsmedia
Residents who want to learn about the structure of city government, become updated on local issues and get to know the city’s leaders now have a way to do so.
Surprise is bringing back in person its Surprise City Academy at the end of February.
The eight-session academy offers the opportunity to learn about the city directly from the mayor, councilmembers, city manager and upper-level city staff.
The Surprise City Academy will meet from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Mondays from Feb. 28 through April 18.
Most classes will be held in the city of Surprise Public Safety Auditorium, 14250 W. Statler Plaza.
It’s free to participate, but registration is required by Monday, Feb. 21.
For an application, visit surpriseaz.gov/cityacademy, or contact Lord Garcillano at lord.garcillano@surpriseaz.gov or 623-222-1647.