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Terrell relaunches Citizens Academy for fall 2025 to boost civic engagement

3228405 · May 7, 2025
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Summary

City staff unveiled a revived 10‑week Terrell Citizens Academy to begin Sept. 11, free to residents, with department tours, demonstrations, dinner, and a graduation ceremony planned for Nov. 13; council will consider a resolution on May 13.

Terrell, Texas — City staff announced plans May 6 to relaunch the Terrell Citizens Academy this fall, a free, 10‑week program for city residents aimed at improving civic knowledge and recruiting volunteers for boards and commissions.

Omayra (city secretary) told council the program will run on consecutive Thursday evenings, with a social dinner from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and a department‑led presentation and Q&A from…

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