What does it mean to be a civically involved in Aurora? It means being part of one of the most international and dynamic cities around. It means being engaged with neighbors, leaders and businesses to guide a solid community.
In its desire to encourage responsible citizenship and understanding between the city government and the residents it serves, the Aurora City Council formed the Aurora Civic Engagement Academy in 2016. The eight-session academy is designed to provide residents with a complete overview of city government, citizens’ participation and the opportunities that exist for citizen involvement.
Come learn what it means to have a city government based on the Core 4 values of integrity, respect, professionalism and customer service.
Watch Council Member Angela Lawson speak about the Aurora Civic Engagement Academy
Watch fall 2017's academy participate in a Mock Council Meeting
Classes
2020 classes will be virtual meetings due to COVID-19.
Dates: October 1st, 8th, 29th; November 5th, 12, and December 3rd.
Participants need to provide their own computer equipment. Web cameras are helpful but not required.
Qualifications
Applicants must be residents of the city of Aurora. The minimum age for participants is 14. Selection is on a first-come, first-served basis until the maximum class size is reached.
What You Can Expect to Learn
- Different levels and forms of government
- Aurora’s council/manager government structure
- Duties and responsibilities of elected officials
- Overview of city departments and services
- Role of HOAs and other neighborhood groups
- How citizen boards and commissions can influence policy
- Steps for a proposed ordinance to become law
- City council meeting process
- Importance of the budget
View the course outline.
Email citizensacademy@auroragov.org or call 303.739.7015 for more information about the Aurora Civic Engagement Academy.