To encourage community engagement, the City of Valparaiso has introduced a City Government Academy, an opportunity for residents to learn about how city government works in their own community. The City Government Academy (CGA) is a free seven-week program where participants meet in locations around the city and learn from members of the city’s leadership team. By participating in this program, residents will gain a deeper understanding of how local government works, meet government leaders and department heads, understand how citizens can become more engaged in public decision-making and serve as role models for other community residents. To date, 50 residents have completed the program.
The Spring 2021 CGA will take place April 14 - May 26, weekly from 6:00-8:00pm. View additional program information.
- April 14 - City Administration and Finances
- April 21 - Valparaiso Police Department
- April 28 - Valparaiso City Services (Public Works, Utilities)
- May 5 - Development Services and Code Enforcement (Planning, Engineering, Building)
- May 12 - Valparaiso Fire Department
- May 19 - Community Engagement and Economic Development
- May 26 - Parks and Project Management
Registration for the Spring 2021 Academy has now closed. To be added to the waitlist contact Maggie Clifton.
For additional questions or comments please contact Maggie Clifton, Community Engagement Director, at 219-462-1161 or mclifton@valpo.us.