South Lake Tahoe graduates second session Citizens Academy

Submitted by Editor on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 12:35pm

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

The Spring 2013 academy was held from April 10-May 15, 2013 and consisted of 13 attendees including: Andrew Hawthorne, Cricket McCormick, Edita Sirusaite, Frank Papandrea, Geoff Smith, Jeanne Benin, Jennifer Anderson-Sweatt, Karen Kleiner, Kris Keesling, Paul Delvecchio, Peggy Bourland-Madison, Robert Sweatt, and Ryan Smith.

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, six 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.

The next academy will be offered in Fall 2013 with the date to be determined. Visit the city’s webpage at www.cityofslt.us/academy for updated information.