Milton Seeks New Members For Citizens Government Academy Class

MILTON, GA — The City of Milton has a few spots remaining for the fourth class of its upcoming Citizens Government Academy, a program that lets residents explore all aspects of municipal government operations.

Milton's Citizens Government Academy launched at the start of 2018. Its next cohort, like the three that preceded, will learn about important city services through hands-on projects and detailed presentations. Among other topics, participants will dive deep into emergency services, law enforcement, planning and zoning, finance and budget, the court system, public works, and parks and recreation.

Citizens Government Academy classes learn firsthand from men and women overseeing city departments. In addition to these face-to-face discussions, participants get behind-the-scene looks at government facilities around Milton.

"We are dedicated to connecting with our residents and business owners, so they fully understand how our city operates," said Courtney Spriggs, Milton's Community Outreach Manager. "As we have learned from our first three sessions, Citizens Government Academy is a great program that lets us to engage with citizens and build a stronger community."

The Academy's next eight-week course begins Jan. 28. While most spots have been filled, a handful remain, and the city is inviting community members to apply.

Sessions will meet from 6:30-9 p.m. on Tuesday evenings. The first being held at the Thomas Byrd Sr. House, 15690 Hopewell Road, a city property that is one of the oldest buildings in Fulton County and currently houses Milton's Senior Services.

Attendees must be at least 21-years-old and a Milton resident or a Milton business owner. Those interested must fill out an application and Volunteer Waiver Form. Both should be emailed to Spriggs at
at courtney.spriggs@cityofmiltonga.us.

To learn more about the Citizens Government Academy and to submit an application, visit the city's website www.cityofmiltonga.us. You can also contact Spriggs at 678-242-2533 to get more information about the program.