Athens-Clarke County Government is now accepting applications for its Spring 2026 cohort of ACCGov 101, a 10-week educational academy that teaches residents, business owners and community partners how the local government operates.
The course guides participants through a variety of local government functions, introduces departments and their services, and educates residents on how to stay involved with ACCGov following the program.
Sessions will be held in various government facilities and offices, and will run from 5:30 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday evenings January 28 through Tuesday, April 7, when the final session and graduation will be held. Topics of discussion will include city-county history, unification, budget, transportation, water, planning, public safety, and more.
Applicants must be 18 or older, currently reside within Athens-Clarke County, and be able to secure reliable transportation to the variable meeting locations. The deadline for applications is Sunday, January 4, 2026. The program is limited to 25 people, but applications will also be accepted for a waitlist. Accepted participants will receive a confirmation email in early January.
For more information on ACCGov 101, visit www.accgov.com/101 or contact the Communications Department at 706-613-3795 or info@accgov.com.
