MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — Applications are now open for the next cohort of the City of Mobile’s C251: Citizens Academy, which will run its fall sessions from Sept. 10 to Oct. 15, 2025.
Since its establishment in 2021, the C251: Citizens Academy has offered Mobilians an opportunity to learn more about their municipal government and its various departments directly from our team leaders. It’s an easy and fun way to become more informed and empowered about local government.
This engaging six-week program provides residents an in-depth look at city government through tours, hands-on demonstrations and presentations from senior staff. Participants get an insider’s view of how city departments function, and we encourage them to get more involved in the community. The program has helped the city improve its processes because of the feedback we get from participants…