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9/24/25: Registration for the Fall 2025 Civic Leadership Academy is now closed. Check back next summer for the Fall 2026 Academy.
The Raymore Civic Leadership Academy is a free 5-week program that allows residents to learn about the inner workings of the City of Raymore and its operations, services and programs.
Participants will engage in presentations, activities and exercises by department heads and other staff members. The program includes tours of City facilities and each session allows time for questions and answers.
Participants will come away with first-hand knowledge of how to build a better community as well-informed and civically engaged residents. CLA may also prepare residents for public service on City Council or City boards or commissions.
The Fall 2025 session starts on Thursday, Sept. 25. Sessions are from 6-8:30 p.m. at City Hall and other City facilities.
Click below for the academy schedule, requirements and the online application.
Program contact: Communications Director Melissa Harmer, mharmer@raymore.com or 816-892-3002.
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