Purdue Extension – Monroe County will be hosting the 2012 Citizens’ Academy for Monroe County residents, starting in October. A brochure with additional information, including a registration form, is available at the Purdue Extension – Monroe County office, located at 3400 South Walnut Street and on the web at: http://www.extension.purdue.edu/monroe
The Monroe County Citizens’ Academy is designed to give Monroe County residents a better understanding of how county government functions, where tax dollars go, and how to become involved in county boards and committees. The program allows citizens to interact directly with elected officials and department heads and get a behind the scenes tour of several county government facilities.
There is no cost to participate, however registration is requested by September 28th. The Citizens’ Academy will meet each Wednesday, beginning on October 3rd and ending on November 28th. Classes will be held in the evening from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
For additional information, contact Purdue Extension – Monroe County Office at 349-2575 or email monroeces@purdue.edu
• TIME: 6 p.m.
• COST: free
• WHERE: Monroe County Extension Office, 3400 S. Walnut St., Bloomington.
349-2575