The City of San Clemente is pleased to offer its Leadership San Clemente program. Leadership San Clemente is free to San Clemente residents. The 2024 program will take place every Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., commencing on April 11, 2024. Each class will focus on a different aspect of San Clemente’s municipal government, which include General Government, Finance and Administrative Services, Community Development, Public Works, Utilities, Beaches, Parks and Recreation, Marine Safety, Fire Services and Law Enforcement. The final session will take place on May 16, 2024 and will include a tour of the City.
What is the purpose of the Leadership San Clemente Educational Program?
The direction and success of a community is determined by the effectiveness of its leaders and informed citizenry. The goal of Leadership San Clemente is to establish an educational forum that will provide San Clemente residents the knowledge and skills to address community issues and to work together for the enhancement of our community.
Through this forum, Leadership San Clemente seeks to:
- Heighten awareness and understanding of the community through exposure to current and future issues of importance facing our community.
- Empower San Clemente residents with a knowledge of the community and the role local government plays in the community, so that they can effectively share that knowledge with others.
How does the program work?
Leadership San Clemente participants will attend six, 1 1/2-hour sessions, one night each week, and will be given a guided tour of the City. The program will focus on the following themes:
- General Government - Introduction and welcome by the mayor followed by an overview of the City, its history, financial position and "general" government responsibilities presented by the City Manager.
- Financial & Administrative Services - an overview of the City's budget, investments, and governmental accounting.
- Community Development - a discussion of various land use issues, such as planning, zoning, building, housing and code enforcement, and how decisions on these issues impact the community.
- Public Works/Utilities - an insight into vital community services, such as traffic, street maintenance, sidewalks, streetlights, water, sewers and storm drains.
- Beaches, Parks & Recreation - a look at the recreational facilities and programs that enhance the quality of life in San Clemente.
- Fire Services/Marine Safety - an overview of fire safety, medical emergency responses and related roles and responsibilities
- Tour of the City followed by Police Services (Orange County Sheriff’s Department) - A discussion of police related community services and current and emerging public safety issues.
What is the Application Process?
Applicants from all segments of the community are encouraged to participate. The ideal leadership class will include individuals with varied educational and cultural backgrounds, who live in various sections of the community. Class size is limited and applications are accepted on a first-apply, first-accepted basis; consequently, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. To apply for the Leadership San Clemente program, or for more information, please call (949) 361-8200, visit the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, located at 910 Calle Negocio or send your request for an application via e-mail to CityClerk@san-clemente.org.
Where do I find out more information about the Leadership San Clemente Program?
Contact the City Clerk's Office at (949) 361-8200 or click on the E-Mail link below.
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