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Classes begin April 9, 2026
Civics Academy Overview
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 Thursdays, starting April 9th ending May 28th.
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. For more information, contact Howard Kleinstein at hkleinstein@mountprospect.org or call 847-870-5691
Who Can Participate?
Participants must be a resident of Mount Prospect (either homeowner or renter), or own a business in Mount Prospect.
Participants must be at least 18 years old and must provide their own transportation to class locations.
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.
Acceptable conduct standards will be maintained by participants to assure each session is a positive experience.
Course Overview (Subject to change)
- Week 1) April 9– Village Hall
- Intro to Village Government and History of Mount Prospect
- Mayor & Village Board – Village Manager’s Office, Clerks Office, Communications, Legal, IT & HR
- Week 2) April 16– Village Hall
- Human Services Department Overview and Tour of Department
- Week 3) April 23–Public Works Facility
- Public Works Department
- Week 4) April 30– Station 13
- Fire Department Overview and Tour of Facility
- Week 5) May 7– Village Hall
- Economic Development and Planning, Building and Inspection Services
- Week 6) May 14– Police Headquarters
- Police Department Overview and Tour of Facility
- Week 7) May 21– Village Hall
- Finance, Budget, Taxation, and Customer Service
- Week 8) May 28 – Village Hall
- Sustainability and a Green Future, Citizen Engagement, Graduation
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