posted on 9/19/2024
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Dover, will once again offer the Citizens Leadership Academy this October. The free program provides Dover residents a unique opportunity to learn about local government operations and explore ways to contribute to the city’s future.
The 2024 Citizens Leadership Academy will meet on Oct. 10, 17, 24, 26 and 31, and Nov. 7. Each session brings together a diverse group of residents who want to deepen their knowledge of Dover’s municipal structure and actively participate in civic life. Attendees will gain insights into the key issues impacting the city and learn how they can get involved in maintaining and improving Dover’s quality of life.
This year’s program will include presentations from city officials, offering an inside look at how various departments contribute to the community. Topics and dates for the 2024 Citizens Leadership Academy are as follows:
- Oct. 10 – Getting to Know City Government with City Manager J. Michael Joyal, Jr.
- Oct. 17 – Public Safety, the Police Department, with Police Chief William Breault
- Oct. 24 – Public Safety, Fire and Rescue, with Fire Chief Perry Plummer
- Oct. 26 – Community Services Bus Tour with Community Services Director John Storer
- Oct. 31 – Culture, Recreation and Quality of Life with Deputy City Manager Christopher Parker, Recreation Director Kevin Hebert, Planning Director Donna Benton, and Library Director Denise Lafrance
- Nov. 7 – Dover's Education System and CLA Graduation with Superintendent of Schools Dr. William Harbron, City Manager J. Michael Joyal, Jr., Dover Mayor Robert Carrier, and members of the City Council and School Board
Participants are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible to get the full benefit of the program, but attendance is not mandatory at every session. The program is free of charge and open to all Dover residents.
For more information or to sponsor this program, visit www.dovernh.org/citizens-leadership-academy, call the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce at (603) 742-2218, or email events@dovernh.org.
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing the economic well-being of its members and the community.
