Spring 2020 Sessions
Session 1, March 23rd:
Introduction to County Government
Session 2, March 30th:
County Finance
Session 3, April 13th:
Library, Information Technology & Geographic Information Systems
Session 4, April 20th:
Sheriff Services
Session 5, April 27th:
Community Development Agency
Session 6, May 4th:
Behavioral Health & Public Health
Session 7, May 11th:
Social Services & Child Support
Session 8, May 18th:
Public Defender, District Attorney & Probation
Session 9, June 1st:
Emergency Services, Airport, Purchasing & Facilities
Session 10, June 8th:
Board of Supervisors & Graduation
Brochure
For more information on Citizen's Academy, take a look at the
Citizen's Academy Brochure (PDF).
Purpose
Nevada County offers a Citizen’s Academy, which aims to acquaint the community with the various functions and services of County government. Citizen’s Academy is a ten week class, covering topics from Information Technology to Public Safety, that provides its participants with insight on local Government operations and the diverse services that help support a healthy, safe and vibrant community.
Class Details
The class takes place on consecutive Monday evenings (excluding holidays) each spring and fall. There is no cost to participate, and a simple meal is provided at each session.
Sign-up for our Citizen's Academy Outreach mailing list to receive information on upcoming Citizen's Academies by
emailing the County Executive Office or call 530-265-7040.
Previous Sessions
You can find information and content from the Fall 2016 Citizen's Academy below:
