Watauga 101-Citizens' Academy

Mission

The mission of the Watauga 101-Citizens' Academy is to provide residents and business owners an opportunity to gain a better understanding of their City's government and services by providing knowledge and encouraging participation in a diverse setting which is conducive to building community.  The Academy is designed to aid and facilitate in bridging the gap between residents and local government. The Academy will serve as a Community Engagement program which will teach the basic roles and functions of municipal government through presentations, tours and activities to educate and engage participants on the many responsibilities of City Council and City Staff.  In the same respect, City leaders and staff will gain valuable knowledge about the priorities and needs of residents and business owners in the City.

Eligibility & Fees

The Academy is FREE of charge, however, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Be a current resident or business owner in the City of Watauga
  • Be 18 years or older
  • Be a registered voter in the State of Texas
  • Commit to attend all sessions and be an engaged participant
  • Not be a current Council Member
​2021 ACADEMY

The 2021 Academy has been cancelled.  The event will be reconsidered next year.

General Academy Information


Academy participants will meet on average twice per month at predetermined areas throughout the City for approximately three (3) hours.  The City may provide snacks and drinks since the Academy is scheduled in the evening and classes will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m.  Each session will feature presentations from different City leaders and staff members representing various departments.  In order for the Academy to be successful, every participant needs to attend all scheduled sessions.  Participants may only be absent from two (2)  sessions, however, the absences MUST be made up by attending two (2) City Council meetings prior to the end of the Academy.   
  
For more information please contact the City Secretary's Office at 817.514.5825 or 817.514.5812.   

Class of 2017

                                     Class of 2018