South Lake Tahoe Citizens Academy Holds 4th Graduation

The fourth session of the City of South Lake Tahoe’s Citizens Academy graduated during Tuesday’s city council meeting.

The Spring 2014 academy was held from April 9-May 21, 2014 and consisted of 13 attendees including: Douglas Bolton, Tom Burkart, Ian Caruth, Tobias Devor, Janill Gilbert, Misty Johansen, Jen Menzel, Jo Mutz, Lannette Rangel, Jonathan Schank, Leslie Schultz, Brandon Swartz, and Judy Weber.

Course topics included “City Government 101” which highlighted the city’s history, “Dollars and Sense” about city economics, “We Built this City” presentation by Engineering, Development Services, Motor Pool and Public Works, “Something for Everyone” encompassing Parks and Recreation, and “Keeping Citizens Safe” by police and fire departments.

The South Lake Tahoe Citizens Academy is a free, seven session interactive course designed to provide residents with an in-depth look into municipal government, as well as, information about the services and programs of the City of South Lake Tahoe.