Join the 2026 Citizens Academy

Are you interested in learning more about how the City of Cypress works?

The City of Cypress Citizens Academy is a free six-week program designed to help Cypress residents and business owners learn about their City Government and encourage community involvement, networking and community service. As a participant, you will meet the Mayor and City Council members, the City Manager, and department directors, and discuss important issues such as planning, public safety, City finances, and more. You will learn how decisions are made, how City resources are allocated, and how departments operate. You will also have a chance to visit and tour City facilities.

The 2026 Citizens Academy will run every Wednesday evening from March 11 to April 22 (no class March 25) with a special recognition at the May 12 City Council Meeting. Sessions will begin at 5:30 p.m. and participants will be provided dinner from a local Cypress restaurant each week.

To participate you must:

• Be a Cypress resident or business owner
• Be 16 years of age or older
• Be interested in enhancing the community and developing your leadership skills
• Commit to attending all sessions

All meetings will be held in-person and to ensure collegial, hands-on experience, class size will be limited.

Applications will be accepted Feb.17 to March 2 at 5 p.m.

Please contact Jason Machado at (714) 229-6728 [email protected] with any questions.

The 2026 Citizens Academy Application Window Will Open February 17.