City Services Academy
The City Services Academy is a comprehensive hands-on learning experience that gives participants an opportunity to interact with City staff and learn about the challenges facing municipal government today.
Interactive activities will give Academy participants a better understanding of the evolving principles of San Mateo’s Council/City Manager form of government:
- Cutting red tape
- Better customer service
- Creativity
- Shared decision making with community groups
- Increased connectivity with other government agencies
Meeting Dates & Times
The Fall 2010 Academy meets one evening per week from September 1 through November 17. The Academy will be held at several different City facilities. A meeting schedule along with other materials will be supplied to participants at the first meeting.
When does the first class begin?
The first class meets Wednesday, September 1, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
What is the schedule for the rest of the classes?
Most ACADEMY meetings will be held Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with one Saturday session from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Some hours and days may vary from this schedule.
Will there be any classes on the weekends?
There will be one Saturday session from 8:00am to 12:00 noon.
PLEASE NOTE: Dates and times subject to change.
How to Apply
Return your completed application to:
(Applications are due by August 23, 2010)
San Mateo City Services Academy
c/o Office of the City Manager
330 West 20th Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94403
Applications by Fax
To receive an application by mail or fax, please call 522-7000 or 522-7419.