Ashland Citizen Leadership Academy

Citizen Leadership Academy What is leadership?

Citizen Leadership Academy “Leadership Occurs any time one attempts to influence the behavior of an individual or group.” - Paul Hersey and Kenneth H. Blanchard.

Citizen Leadership Academy How can you be a leader in your community?

Citizen Leadership Academy Behind-the-scenes look at town government Place to come and share informed ideas Networking opportunity Chance to ask questions Preparation for future service

Schedule October 6– Orientation & Leadership Overview November 3– Local Government & Regional Partners December 1–Planning & Community Development January 5– Purchasing, HR & Org. Development February 2– Public Safety (Police Department) March 2– Economic Development & Strategic Planning April 6– Public Works (Town Shop) May 4– Budget Development & Finances June 1 – Parks & Tourism & Farmers Market June 20– Graduation Reception

Time and Place Sessions held monthly October - June 1st Thursday 6:30 – 9:30 P.M. Location as announced (most at Town Hall)

Registration Fee & Scholarships $25 Registration Fee due before first class Pay at town hall to receive credit Scholarships have been awarded Recipients have been notified

Requirements Engage in 8 of 10 sessions Submit a “What I’m Going to Do” letter by Dec. 1 Do what you say you will do

Graduation Reception held at June 20 Council meeting Recognition from Council during June 20 meeting Certificate of achievement Press release with picture Ashland shirt

Contact Joseph Collins, Management Analyst/Clerk Phone Number: 804-798-9219 Email: jcollins@town.ashland.va.us Fax: 804-798-4892 Address: 101 Thompson St. P.O. Box 1600 Ashland, VA 23005

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