The Town of Prescott Valley is now accepting applications for the Fall 2010 Citizen's Academy.
What is the Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy?
The Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy is a program that provides citizens with an in-depth look at municipal government. The academy will meet weekly on Wednesday nights from 5:45 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. from Sept 8th until Nov 10th, 2010. Each of the academy's ten interactive sessions will be led by representatives from 11 Town departments and 5 public agencies. The Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy provides a unique opportunity for citizens, city staff, and elected officials to interact.
What is the cost of participation?
There is no fee to participate in the Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy, but it does present a substantial time commitment for participants. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend all ten sessions.
What is expected of participants?
In addition to attending the Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy sessions, participants are asked to attend one town council or board/commission meeting between Sept 8th and Nov 10th, 2010. Dinner will be provided during each Citizen’s Academy session, so participants need only bring their enthusiasm and questions.
Why should you participate in the Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy?
• You will learn about your Town's government, how it works, and how it impacts your neighborhood.
• The Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy is a great opportunity to meet other active Prescott Valley residents, town staff and elected officials.
• You will learn about opportunities that encourage more involvement in municipal government.
• Participants who attend at least eight sessions will receive a certificate and the class will be recognized at the Nov 18th Council meeting.
How do you apply?
Residents may apply by completing the Prescott Valley Citizen’s Academy Application. Residents outside Prescott Valley's corporate limits but within PV's service area may also apply (i.e. Country Club & Castle Canyon Mesa). Applications should be submitted in person, fax, e-mail, or by snail mail to the Town Manager's Office at 7501 E. Civic Circle, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314. The fax # is 928-759-3125. Applications must be received no later than Aug 26th, 2010.
In order to maximize participant interaction and to address space restraints, class size will be limited to 30 participants. Applicants will be notified of their participation by Aug 31st, 2010. For further questions, contact Ryan Judy at 928-759-3104 or rjudy@pvaz.net.