Mayor Eric Enriquez, City of Las Cruces | City of Las Cruces
Mayor Eric Enriquez, City of Las Cruces | City of Las Cruces
The City of Las Cruces is inviting residents aged 18 and over to participate in the 2025 Neighborhood Leadership Academy. This 12-week course offers a comprehensive look at city operations, providing answers to questions such as how traffic lights are controlled, who maintains the city's ballfields, and who organizes City Council meetings.
Registration for the academy remains open until December 27, 2024. The sessions will commence on January 8 and conclude on April 2, 2025. A graduation brunch is scheduled for April 7, followed by a recognition ceremony during the City Council meeting.
Classes will be held every Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at various locations throughout the city. "Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about your community!" reads an invitation from the city.
Interested individuals can contact Catrina Godinez for registration details at (575) 528-3003 or via email at [email protected].
The academy includes sessions covering a range of topics:
- Session 1 on January 8 will focus on City Clerk, Legal, and Audit services.
- Session 2 on January 15 will cover the Police Department, Fire Department, and Codes.
- Session 3 on January 22 will delve into Financial Services & Budget.
- Subsequent sessions will address Quality of Life, Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, Community Development, Utilities: Open House Sustainability, Human Resources & Information Technology, Communications & Community Engagement, Public Works, and Transit & Airport services.
The final session will take place on April 2 at the New Transit Station located at 2340 Westway Avenue.
A break is scheduled for March 12 due to Spring Break.
This initiative aims to enhance understanding of municipal functions among residents and foster community engagement.
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