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Surprise City Academy returning to teach how government works

Posted 1/16/24

The 2024 Surprise City Academy offers residents, business leaders and students the opportunity to learn about the structure of city government and getting updates on local issues.

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City Government

Surprise City Academy returning to teach how government works

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The 2024 Surprise City Academy offers residents, business leaders and students the opportunity to interact with city leaders while learning about the structure of city government and getting updates on local issues.

During this nine-session academy, participants will learn about the city of Surprise directly from the mayor, councilmembers, city manager and upper-level city staff. Plus, hear from some city partners.

Surprise City Academy begins on Monday, Feb. 26 and meets weekly through April 22.

Most classes will meet from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the Surprise Public Safety Building Auditorium, 14250 W. Statler Plaza.

It’s free to participate, but space is limited. Registration is required by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20.

For the City Academy application and information, visit surpriseaz.gov/CityAcademy, or contact John Williams at john.williams@surpriseaz.gov or 623-222-1647.