We've all heard that it's often not what you know but who you know. And to get neighborhood issues resolved, that might be truer than you think.
There are plenty of smart people out there in the community however, no one knows city business better than the staff employed at city hall. But how are you supposed to know who within which department does what? You can certainly reach out to a member of the council however if it is not a topic of policy, they can only assist in directing your issue to those who have the responsibility or authority for administrative and operational issues.
So how do you cut out the ‘middle man’?
This is where the Community Leadership Academy comes into play with the opportunity it affords the participants to learn about how the city government operates. The academy includes presentations on topics including fire, police, parks, streets, city administration and much more, and more importantly, introduces attendees to the leaders who manage each of these departments.
Exiting the program you’ll have a greater understanding of how requests can be made and know who you can direct your issues to in having them addressed.
The City of SeaTac Community Leadership Academy consists of two sessions to take place from 9 AM until 5 PM on Saturday, April 27th and May 4th. The course is capped at a maximum of 20 participants to ensure a quality learning experience. Applications will be accepted up until April 15th and enrollment is awarded on a first come, first served basis until all seats are filled.
Refer to the following website to request enrollment:
If you need additional assistance, please contact Lesa Ellis at 206.973.4810
