Join the Foster City Civics Academy

For immediate release: July 5, 2023 

Contact: Priscilla Schaus, Communications Director/City Clerk, (650) 286-3250, pschaus@fostercity.org 

Have you ever wanted to know more about how your local government works? Then join the Civics Academy – a free, immersive, educational, and entertaining opportunity to meet and learn from staff in each of the City’s nine departments. 

Beginning on Wednesday, September 13, staff will host seven weekly classes at City facilities spanning two hours every Wednesday night (6-8pm) until the graduation ceremony at the Monday, November 6 City Council meeting. Enrollment is open as of July 5, and those interested are encouraged to apply by 5 p.m. Thursday, August 17. Visit www.fostercity.org/civicsacademy to find out more information or apply.  

“We are thrilled to be offering our first ever Civics Academy,” said Mayor Jon Froomin. “This program will offer our community an enlightening view behind the scenes at all the hard work and collaboration required to make Foster City such a wonderful place to live, work, and play.”

Enrollment is open to Foster City residents only, ages 16 and up, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Applicants under 18 will require signed permission from a parent or guardian, and youth enrollment will be limited to 5 participants. Meals will be provided for free at each session. Space in the program is limited and in-person attendance is mandatory, so please apply with a commitment to regular, uninterrupted attendance. 

Questions, applications, or comments can be sent to civicsacademy@fostercity.org, or by calling the Communications/City Clerk Department at (650) 286-3250. 

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