Smyrna Citizens Academy

Ever wondered how the City of Smyrna operates across all departments? Apply to be a part of the next Smyrna Citizens Academy cohort! 

The Smyrna Citizens Academy gives residents an opportunity to become civically engaged by building positive relationships with city government officials while furthering their education on the city’s daily processes. Through the academy, citizens will get a behind-the-scenes look at city operations, have a chance to give feedback that may help the city improve its commitment to the citizens, and become ambassadors for the city in which they live, work, and play.

Learn from city staff during interactive sessions about:

• City Council, Administration and Court Services
• Finance, Human Resources, and Community Relations
• Public Works, Engineering, and Water Distribution
• Community Development, Economic Development, and IT
• Environmental Services/KSB 
• Parks & Recreation
• Smyrna Public Library and Smyrna History Museum
• Police
• Fire

Schedule

The City of Smyrna Citizens Academy takes place over a 11-week period consisting of 9 learning sessions followed by a graduation ceremony. All sessions will run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the assigned location. Applications for the 2025 Citizens Academy program are expected to open in February of 2025.

2024 Graduates

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2023 Graduates

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2022 Graduates

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2019 Graduates

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2018 Graduates