If you want to become more involved with your local City government then this is the course for you!

The City of The Dalles Local Government Academy is a 4-month City government development program designed to improve transparency, understanding, and involvement between local government and community citizens. It is hoped that graduates of the community will be interested in volunteering to serve on City commissions and task forces as well as run for City Council positions.

At the academy you will learn about:

• A Mayor and Council form of government
• The role of a City Manager
• The 9 different Departments of the City
• The difference between an Ordinance vs. a Resolution
• Why government keeps so much paper (or now electronic files)
• Planning our future and making it a reality
• Where water comes from and where it goes
• Where money comes from and where it goes
• The challenges our local Police officers face
• What is a, “Library of Things”
• The Columbia Gorge Regional Airport
• And more!

Applicants from all segments of the community are encouraged to apply.

Classes will begin in September 2019. Class location and schedule is still being finalized but will typically be twice a month, 5:30 pm-7:30 pm at City Hall at 313 Court St. The Dalles.

One session will be held at the Police Station at 401 Court Street, and one session will be held at the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport in Klickitat County. Attendance at all classes is mandatory

There is no charge for the academy. Please fill the application below and submit via email to Matthew Klebes, Assistant to the City Manager at mklebes@ci.the-dalles.or.us or call 541-296-5481 x 1150.

Please use the form below to apply!

Deadline for Applications is August 30, 2019