Sanford Citizens' Academy

The City of Sanford offers a yearly educational program to help people who live and/or work in Sanford/Lee County better understand the municipal decision-making process. 

Since its inception, nearly 80 individuals have graduated from the program.
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Called the Sanford Citizens' Academy, the program runs on Tuesday mornings from February through May in even-numbered years and on Monday evenings from July through October in odd-numbered years. 

Each week will feature a different department, including police, fire, and the Sanford Municipal Golf Course. Some standout sessions include trips to the Raleigh Exec Jetport, Cape Fear River, and Central Carolina Enterprise Park.

Graduates are prepared and encouraged to be more engaged in local government at all levels. They often go on to serve on municipal boards and commissions or otherwise become more involved in public service.

Each session is limited to 15 participants. Preference will be given to registrants who live within Sanford's city limits.

Registration



Registration for the 2020 Sanford Citizens' Academy is now open. The session will run on Tuesday mornings from February 25 through May 12 with graduation on May 19. Register online here. Download a form to return via email or in-person here.

For more information, contact Kelly Miller at 919-777-1133.

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