MADISON, Ala. — The City of Madison is preparing to hold its biannual Civic Awareness Academy, which is a program that aims to engage citizens to learn how local and municipal governments work. The Spring 2024 session of the academy is due to kick off March 21.
City officials describe the academy as "an engaging 6-week discovery program for Madison residents that provides participants with an in-depth look at the City of Madison. Participants will be given an insider’s view into the roles of municipal government, city operations, programs, departments and services, emerging issues, and volunteer opportunities. Participants will be encouraged to share their thoughts and discuss concerns during the round-robin part of each session.
"The academy may include guest speakers, classroom instruction, civic simulations, class discussion/ engagement activities and facility tours within the City of Madison. Sessions will be conducted in-person," the description continues.
The posted schedule is as follows:
- (Orientation) March 21st
- March 28th
- April 4th
- April 11th
- April 18th
- April 25th
- May 2nd
- (Graduation): May 13th
Applications for the spring academy open Monday, Jan. 29. For more information, visit the City of Madison's website or email Economic and External Affairs Officer Traci Gilespie at Traci.Gilespie@madisonal.gov.
