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.
New application submission period open now.
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.