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Citizens Academy

Davenport Citizens Academy is a ten-week program aimed at connecting citizens to their local government. If you have ever been curious about how the City prioritizes projects or how heavy a Firefighters turnout gear is – this academy could be for you!

Sessions run from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., starting with an introduction to city government and concluding with graduation at a City Council meeting. In between, participants will learn the basics of city government as well as community development processes, community policing, and budget planning. Applications are currently not being accepted. 

Enrollment is limited and participants must be 18 years of age or older. Applications to participate will be open in January 2024. Check back here to apply. 

Questions?  Email [email protected].

Spring 2023 Schedule
 Date/Time  Session Topic Session Location

Session 1

March 27

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

An Introduction to Government

City Hall

226 W. 4th Street

Session 2

April 3

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Show Me the Money

Davenport Police Department Community Room

416 Harrison Street

Session 3

April 10

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Intro to Public Safety

SECC

(Scott Emergency Communications Center)

1100 E. 46th Street

 

Session 4

April 17

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Police & Our Community

Davenport Police Department

416 Harrison Street

Session 5

April 24

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Inside the Firehouse

Davenport Fire Department – Training Center

1200 E 46th Street

Session 6

May 1

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

City Hall

City Hall – Council Chambers

226 W 4th Street

Session 7

May 8

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Library

Main St. Library – Large Conference Room

321 N. Main St.

Session 8 

May 19

8:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m.

Infrastructure & More

*Includes all-day tour & working groups*

Public Works

1200 E 46th Street

 

Session 9

May 22

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Community Planning/Economic Development & Parks

Rivers Edge

700 W River Drive

Week 10

May 24

5:30 p.m.

Graduation Ceremony

City Hall – Council Chambers

226 W 4th Street