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Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Following last year's successful debut, Staunton Citizen University returns this fall
Following last year's successful debut, the City of Staunton announced that Staunton Citizen University (SCU) is back for its second consecutive year, offering residents a behind-the-scenes look at how their local government operates. Starting Sept. 9, the city will host the 10-week interactive course designed to give participants streamlined but comprehensive exposure to key city departments and several regional agencies. Beginning at 8 a.m. Aug. 4, the city will start accepting online applications for SCU. A maximum of 25 participants will be accepted into the program, with Staunton residents receiving preference. Based on last year's overwhelming response, interested residents are encouraged to apply early, as spots are expected to fill quickly, the city said. For assistance with the online application, call the City Manager's office: 540-332-3812. "Last year's return of Citizen University exceeded our expectations in every way," said City Manager Leslie Beauregard. "The enthusiasm and engagement from participants was incredible, and we're excited to build on that success. This program creates valuable two-way dialogue. Residents learn about their city government while we gain insights from their perspectives and experiences." More: Suspect in Staunton jailed on multiple child pornography and soliciting charges Staunton Citizen University courses Each Tuesday from Sept. 9 through Nov. 12 (Election Day and Veterans Day classes will be held Wednesday of those weeks), the city will host a two-hour evening session on topics that include economic development, budget and taxes, public safety, parks and recreation, courts and corrections, public works, and much more. The program also includes tours of the city's water treatment plant, fire station, police department and the library, and a riding tour with Parks and Recreation. Staunton Citizen University will kick off with a virtual orientation on Sept. 2 and conclude with a graduation ceremony on Nov. 13. A link to the application along with an overview of the program and complete listing of topics can be found at The city said it plans to continue offering Citizen University annually. More: Reader poll: What will be the game of the year in Shenandoah District football? More: Central United Methodist Church adds to food ministry to help those most in need This article originally appeared on Staunton News Leader: Following last year's successful debut, Staunton Citizen University returns this fall Solve the daily Crossword
New York Times
13-06-2025
- General
- New York Times
Live, Work or Hang Out Near Gotham Park? We Want to Hear From You
Gotham Park is a project that will transform a stretch of underused land at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge into a public space for the surrounding community. It has been of interest to Headway, a team at The New York Times that reports on progress and possibility, for some time. Headway is working with Citizen University this summer to look at how civic power and public space interact in everyday life. Citizen University is a national nonprofit that helps people build a stronger, more connected civic culture where they live. We're starting with Gotham Park. We're especially interested in hearing from people who have a personal or professional connection to the area. If that includes you, we hope you'll take a few minutes to fill out the short form below. Live, work or hang out near Gotham Park? We want to hear from you. The Headway initiative is funded through grants from the Ford Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), with Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors serving as a fiscal sponsor. The Woodcock Foundation is a funder of Headway's public square. Funders have no control over the selection, focus of stories or the editing process and do not review stories before publication. The Times retains full editorial control of the Headway initiative.
