Government Leadership Institute Talks

I’ve meant to post about this for a while now, but it keeps slipping by without a comment.  So here it is.  James, our KEXP listener that is now trying to adjust to waking up to Morning Edition, sent us the following note:

The most interesting aspect of my urban government and organizations class is that the program developed a partnership with the city to hosting a series of sessions that are open to the public. These sessions started in January with the last session on March 6th.  These discussions are hosted in the keystone auditorium and will run on scheduled dates from 6:45 to 9 p.m.

So… if you want to come to class with me let me know and I’ll save you a seat..

Tacomans seeking a deeper understanding of how government works are invited to attend a series of free public sessions designed to empower citizens and involve them more deeply in city affairs.

The Government Leadership Institute, a cooperative effort of the City of Tacoma’s Neighborhood Council Office and the University of Washington Tacoma’s Urban Studies Program, will offer the sessions from Jan. 9 to March 6 on a mix of Tacoma issues and topics.

The sessions will be held from 6:45 to 9 p.m. at the Keystone Auditorium, 1900 Commerce St. The subjects are as follows:

• Feb. 13: There ought to be a law: Creating a system for safety and criminal justice
• Feb. 22: Is there room at the inn?: Housing costs and keeping a home in Tacoma
• Feb. 27: Am I blue? Voting and elections in Washington State and Pierce County
• March 6: Google this: Perceptions of Tacoma and the media

For more information, contact Elton Gatewood, Neighborhood Council Office, at (253) 591-5229.

I think I may be up for the Feb 22nd and March 6th talks.  Anybody looking to join us.  I’m particularly interested in the March 6th talk and any discussion about the role of non-mainstream media sources in our city’s image.

Link to the City of Tacoma Newsroom