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Classes begin April 1, 2024

The Mount Prospect Citizens Civics Academy is a series of eight free educational sessions designed to teach Mount Prospect residents about the inner workings of their local government.  Civics Academy participants will learn about the many responsibilities and functions of the Village, the relationships between Village Departments and the community, and how services are provided. The Academy's goal is to educate the public and increase awareness about what their local government does for them, provide an inside look into government operations, and develop a better understanding of a citizen's role in municipal government. This program will also prepare individuals for public service on a board, commission or task force.

Details

Classes take place from 6:00 to 8 pm on Mondays starting April 1 and ending May 27th. (There will be no class held on April 22nd.) 

Classes will be held at Village Hall with one class each being held at the Public Works Facility, Fire Station 13, and the Police headquarters. Students must provide their own transportation.

1) Participants must be a resident of Mount Prospect (either homeowner or renter), or own a business in Mount Prospect.

2) Participants must be at least 18 years old and must provide their own transportation to class locations.

3) Participants must make plans to attend all classes. If a participant misses more than two classes they will not be able to graduate and they will not be considered for any future Mount Prospect Civics Academies.

4) Acceptable conduct standards will be maintained by participants to assure each session is a positive experience.

Course Overview (Subject to change)

Week 1) Intro to Village Government and History of Mount Prospect

Week 2) Public Works Department

Week 3) Human Services Department

Week 4) Fire Department

Week 5) Finance, Budget and Taxation

Week 6) Economic Development and Planning/Building and Inspection Services

Week 7) Police Department

Week 8 Sustainability and Citizen Participation