The Reno Citizens Institute is a ten week course covering a wide variety of Reno city government functions. The program is offered to Reno citizens twice a year, in spring and fall. Each session is limited to 30 participants who must fill out a brief application in order to be considered for acceptance into the program. Community Relations is the city department responsible for this program.
Each three hour session presents a different aspect of city government. City officials and employees give presentations explaining their areas of expertise and entertain questions from the class. Weekly meetings are at various locations depending on the session's topic. To receive a certificate of graduation from the Reno City Council, participants must attend at least six of the ten classes.
Why Attend The Reno Citizens Institute?
Attend the Reno Citizens Institute to become an informed citizen who is better able to participate in the civic life of the city. This is why I made time to attend the classes. I live here and want to know how local government works and affects my day-to-day existence, and how I can interact with my elected representatives in a hopefully positive manner. This will also help me be a better Reno / Tahoe guide for About.com.
Reno Citizens Institute Class Subjects (not necessarily presented in this order)
- City Manager's Office
- Human Resources, Finance, Communications & Technology
- Redevelopment, Public Works (Downtown Maintenance)
- Truckee Meadows Water Authority
- Reno Fire Department
- Public Works Corp Yard
- Community Development
- Parks, Recreation & Community Services
- Reno Police Department & City Attorney's Office (Civil Division)
- City Attorney's Office (Criminal Division) & Reno Municipal Court
Learn More About The Reno Citizens Institute
Go to the City of Reno website for more information and to access the online application. You can also contact Michael Chaump, community liason, at chaumpm@cityofreno.com or call (775) 785-5858.
