The Mayor’s Civic Leadership Academy is now accepting applications for the Spring 2013 session.  The Civic Leadership Academy is a free 10-week course about local government created to foster more informed, effective, and inspired community and civic leadership.  Participants learn about different City departments and the services they provide to make for a safer, more livable city.  The class includes tours, hands-on demonstrations, and fun activities that give an up-close and personal view of how the City of Pittsburgh is governed and run.

The Spring class will kick off on March 13, 2013 and wrap up on May 15th, 2013.  Classes will be held every Wednesday evening from 6-8:30 pm.  Applications are now available and individuals can apply online at: pittsburghpa.gov/cla/application.  Applications are due this Friday, February 22.  Please contact (412) 255-2280 with any questions and concerns.