2023 Spring Citizens Academy Application Period Now Open

NEW PORT RICHEY, FL — The city of New Port Richey announced that applications are now being accepted for the 2023 Spring Citizens Academy.

The nine-week program provides an in-depth look at how local government is organized as well as how services are funded and delivered.

Classes are held weekly on Wednesday nights from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at different locations throughout the city including city hall, public works, the library, the police department, fire station, the recreation & aquatic center and the wastewater treatment facility.

The application period runs through Jan. 6. Classes begin on Jan. 18.

For the complete class schedule and to download an application, visit the Citizens Academy. webpage.