City Council

Citizens Academy

Your City Government... Up Close & Personal

The Sixth Annual Annual Citizens Academy will be held January 11, 2012-March 7, 2012.  This nine-week series of sessions is designed to give participants a first-hand look at and in-depth understanding of how city government functions in Midland.

Patterned after Midland Police and Sheriff's departments' successful Citizens Police Academy, the City of Midland Citizens Academy is a free program that explains the municipal services offered through the City, how its governing process works, and how citizens can participate in that process. During a series of nine two-hour sessions, residents learn about the responsibilities of City departments and the services they provide to the community. Through presentations and facility tours, participants gain a better understanding of the role Midland city government plays in the quality of life that Midlanders enjoy. Sessions are held at various municipal facilities throughout the city depending upon the topics being covered.

Participant Selection:  Sessions are geared toward smaller, more intimate settings with approximately 25 citizens who are selected at random. Preference is given to those living within Midland's city limits. Applications are generally available in late November each year, with participant selections made in late December/early January, in time for the start of each year's academy.

2012 Program Selections Made: Those selected for the 2012 program were notified in late December 2011.

If you were not selected for the 2012 program, please check this site again in November 2012 to apply for the 2013 program.

Contact the City Manager's Office at 989-837-3301 with any questions.