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The City Management Academy (CMA) is a multi-week instructional course that teaches participants about how the City of Sacramento functions. CMA curriculum features over 20 guest lectures from elected officials and department staff focused on topics ranging from day-to-day operations to budget development and the public policy process.
To be eligible, applicants must reside in the City of Sacramento or own a business in the City of Sacramento. Applicants must also be at least 16 years old.
Cost: A $50 materials fee will apply to participate in the program. The materials fee can be waived on a case-by-case basis.
2025 Important Dates | Date | Time |
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Application Opens | Monday, June 2, 2025 | 7:00 AM |
Deadline for Application Submission | Friday, July 18, 2025 | by 11:59 PM |
Decision emailed to all Applicants | Friday, August 15, 2025 | by 4:59 PM |
10-week Program | Wednesdays, September 3, 2025 - November 5, 2025 | 5:30 - 9:00 PM |
2025 CMA Graduation at City Council | Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | 5:00 PM |
Applications for the 2025 City Management Academy opened on Monday, June 2, 2025 and close Friday, July 18, 2025.
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