DeBary Citizens Academy Registration Now Open

The City of DeBary is committed to ensuring citizens have the tools to actively engage with the City and understand how to obtain the information they need. To facilitate this process, the City has launched a free, 8-week DeBary Citizens Academy program, which provides residents with the opportunity to gain exposure to City government through first-hand experience with the wide range of government functions, services, and activities.

City Academy participants will learn about the many responsibilities and functions of City Government, the relationships between City Departments and the community, and how services are provided. The Academy aims to educate DeBary citizens on government operations while helping them better understand their role in city government. This program may also prepare individuals for public service on Council, or leadership roles in their neighborhoods, boards, or our community. Graduates will receive a certificate upon graduation.

Classes will take place on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Graduation will be a future City Council meeting. Meetings will occur in various locations around the City, with most classes held at City Hall.  

WHO MAY APPLY:

The Citizens Academy is open to DeBary City residents, ages 18 and over. Class size is limited and we anticipate the session to fill up quickly! Those accepted must attend each class.  Application for our Spring 2024 class is not yet open. 

DATES FOR THE 2024 SPRING SESSION:

The next session of Citizen's Academy will begin in April 2024. Classes will take place on Tuesdays beginning April 2, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. until May 21, 2024.  Graduation will be held at the June 5, 2024 Council Meeting. Those accepted must attend each class to receive completion. 

HOW TO APPLY: CLICK HERE

Applications for Spring 2024 will open on February 26, 2024. Once applications open, residents may apply online via a URL posted here. If you would like to submit a physical application, please stop by City Hall (16 Colomba Road) after applications open to receive the paperwork. If you have any questions, please contact Kasey at 386-601-0221 or email khewitt@debary.org.