Elected officials, board members, and others challenged with setting policies for the delivery of services, know that making the best decisions means being well-informed. Consisting of ten weekly evening class sessions, this program is designed to take participants on an in-depth exploration of the functions and services of local government, including policy-making responsibilities, and to teach them strategies for team building and problem-solving. Topics of discussion include: diversity; economic, demographic, and technological change; implementing volunteer programs; and community involvement.  The program is offered on an occasional basis when sufficient interest is expressed.

Who Should Attend: This program will benefit local elected officials and policy makers of nonprofit agencies. Managers, directors, administrators, and other appointed officials may also be interested in attending.

Program Topics: Community Government, Legal Aspects of Local Government Planning and Economic Development, Public Works, Police / Fire / Emergency Services / and Disaster Planning, Leisure and Human Services, Financial Planning and Management, Personnel Management, Communicating with the Public, Intergovernmental Relations and Coordinated Management in Local Government.

Dates, Times and Location (TBD): Please call (330) 672-7148 for more information.

Credits and Costs: The program is offered on a noncredit basis for which 2.5 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) may be earned.  Course costs are determined on a case by case basis.

Registration Information: Contact The College of Continuing Studies, 204 Michael Schwartz Center, Kent State University, Kent OH, (330) 672-3100 or (800) 672-KSU2.