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(Photo/Alex Kielar) Graduates of the first annual city of Breckenridge’s Citizens Academy were honored for completing at least eight of the nine classes back in October. The city is bringing back the academy for the second year starting in January.
The city of Breckenridge is once again inviting residents to step inside the workings of local government through its second annual Citizens Academy – a nine-month journey into the departments, partnerships and people who keep the city running.
Starting Monday, Jan. 12, the academy will meet every second Monday evening through September 14, offering participants a behind-the-scenes look at municipal operations.
From finance and public works to police, fire and animal control, each session will spotlight a different city department or community partner. Attendees will hear directly from department heads, tour facilities and explore how city services intersect with organizations like the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce, BISD, Stephens County and Sacred Cross EMS.
The program is designed for those who want to better understand how decisions are made, how services are delivered and how different agencies collaborate to meet community needs. Whether you're a longtime Breckenridge resident, a local business owner, a high school senior at BISD or a student enrolled at Texas State Technical College, the Citizens Academy offers a chance to connect, learn and lead.
Participants will gain firsthand insight into topics like elections, parks, water systems and emergency response, while building relationships with city staff, board members and fellow residents. The experience is interactive, informative and geared toward empowering future civic leaders.
Graduates of the academy are scheduled to be recognized at the Tuesday, Oct. 6 city commission meeting, having gained not just insight into city operations – but the tools and relationships to help shape the city’s future. Participants who attended at least eight of the nine classes will be official graduates.
