Moreno Valley Citizens’ Academy
LEARN. ENGAGE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Curious about how your city operates? Learn how to get involved and make a lasting impact in your community.
The Moreno Valley Citizens’ Academy is your opportunity to go behind the scenes of City Hall and discover how local government works. This free, six-week interactive program invites residents and business owners to engage directly with City staff and learn about the departments, services, and decision-making processes that help shape the future of Moreno Valley. By the end of the program, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how the City operates—and how citizens play a role in shaping Moreno Valley’s future.
Why Join the Moreno Valley Citizens’ Academy?
- Meet City staff
- Visit key City facilities: City Hall, Council Chamber, Emergency Operations Center, Business & Employment Resource Center, and City Corporate Yard
- Learn City operations
- Participate in engaging weekly sessions with Q&A and hands-on demonstrations
Due to overwhelming interest to the first session, there is now a wait list to fill spots for the second and third sessions of the program. This approach lets us continue building momentum while ensuring a fair and organized selection process.
Thank you for your interest!
Due to the overwhelming response, we are no longer accepting applications at this time.
We will announce on our social media channels when submissions reopen. Stay tuned for updates.
Program Details
Summer 2026 Session
- Duration: June 10 - July 15, 2026
- Schedule: Wednesdays, 5 pm – 7 pm
- Location: See Weekly Schedule
- Eligibility: Moreno Valley residents and business owners age 18+
- Cost: Free — Funded by the Moreno Valley Community Foundation
- Capacity: Limited to 20 participants
Weekly Schedule
- Week 1 – June 10
Administrative Services
City Manager’s Office, City Clerk, City Attorney, Financial & Management Services, and Human Resources
- Week 2 – June 17
Public Works - Week 3 – June 24
Parks & Community Services
- Week 4 – July 1
Community Development
- Week 5 – July 8
Economic Development
- Week 6 – July 15
Public Safety (Police, Fire, and Emergency Management) and Graduation Ceremony
NOTE: Sequence of weekly topics is subject to change in order to accommodate staff schedules and availability.
Friendly Reminders
- To receive a certificate, participants must attend at least five of the six sessions.
- Program materials will be provided at each session.
- Dinner and refreshments will be served, funded by the Moreno Valley Community Foundation.
Contact
For questions, please contact the City Manager’s Office at cmoffice@moval.org or call 951.413.3020.