Cocoa's First Citizens Academy

First Time Program for Cocoa to Begin this November

The City of Cocoa will be holding its first ever Citizens Academy beginning November 5, 2019. The program, designed to better engage residents and business owners with their local government, consists of 8 classes and is open to all Cocoa residents and business or property owners interested in learning more about the functions and services provided by the City of Cocoa. Applications are due no later than October 15, 2019. 

 Class size will be limited to the first twenty-five (25) interested applicants. The goal of the program is to educate and engage Cocoa residents and business owners so they become active stakeholders in their community. “Citizens academies are an excellent way to educate residents, build positive relationships and increase communication between city government officials and citizens, as well as inspire future municipal leaders,” Florida League of Cities.

 The eight week program begins with a welcome and introduction to municipal government, City Council, the City Manager, Public Records, Communications and Leisure Services. Other Department overviews will include Utilities, including a tour of the Dyal Water Treatment Facility, the Fire and Police Departments, Community Services, Public Works, and Finance. Participants will conclude the program with a special graduation ceremony at the April 8, 2020 Cocoa City Council Meeting.

 For more information on how to get involved with the City of Cocoa’s Citizens Academy, please visit the Cocoa Citizens Academy website. You can also reach out to the Public Relations Specialist, at (321) 433-8685 or by emailing Samantha Senger.