[Press Release] : FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: City invites applicants for the 2012 Neighborhood Leadership Program

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Bill Cantin
Neighborhood Response Coordinator
(573) 874-7248


City invites applicants for the 2012 Neighborhood Leadership Program

COLUMBIA, MO (November 17, 2011) - The City of Columbia invites residents to apply for the 2012 Neighborhood Leadership Program. The program is designed to help those who serve in a leadership role in their neighborhood, or have an interest in becoming active, learn more about local government and gain ideas to make their neighborhood stronger.

The Neighborhood Leadership Program includes seven sessions scheduled for Tuesday evenings beginning Jan. 24 and ending March 13. Session topics include an overview of local government, public safety, code enforcement, the planning and development process, and ideas to strengthen neighborhoods. Participants will get new ideas for their neighborhood and network with others in the community who face similar challenges. The content of the series should be helpful to those with years of experience as well as those just getting started in neighborhood efforts.

"Our goal is for participants to leave the program with more knowledge on how to connect with municipal government and be energized about working on issues important to their neighborhood," said Leigh Britt, manager of the city's Office of Neighborhood Services.

Applications will be accepted through Jan. 9. Twenty-five applicants will be selected to participate and notified of their acceptance by Jan. 13. Those interested can apply online at www.GoColumbiaMo.com. There is a $25 registration fee for those accepted into the 2012 class; scholarships are available. To learn more and to register, call the Office of Neighborhood Services at 817-5050.


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