Concord 101 is an educational experience for citizens of Concord. You'll enjoy learning more about your local government and the services it provides.  We hope to help members of the community better understand how these services work for them.

Additionally, members will be encouraged to take an active role in their neighborhood and city. You will learn how you can play a part in local government. The relaxed setting will make learning about our city fun and exciting!

Concord 101 Class of 2011

Pictured (left to right) are: seated - Mark Barnett, Emily Tate, Norma Mosley, Linda Stransky, Lauren Thomas, and Arabella Malone-Trahey; standing - Bob Neilson, Jayne Neilson, Mollie Bangert, Brian Patterson, Jeanne Torello, Thomas Trahey, Virginia Herron, Donie Parker, Becky Wilson, Vincent Plummer, Ian Shepherd, Barry Hannibal, Robert Carpenter, Tarri Hannibal, Jason Furr, Leslie Furr, Victor Vanover, Griselle Negron (with son), and Charles Copeland.  Not pictured: Michael Torello.

2012 Concord 101 details

Concord 101 will begin in fall 2012. The class is free to residents of Concord who are at least 18 years of age.

The course will meet weekly for 13 weeks. Students are allowed to miss 2 classes and still graduate the course. Students must also attend at least one City Council meeting.

Applications will be available for download in May and due in August 2012, so don't be late!

Course Description

Curious as to how the name "Harmony" came about?  Ever wonder just how many water lines supply Concord? How many dump trucks does the city have?

Every class is packed with activities and information. Classes will be interactive with opportunities to ask questions and give feedback.

Students will tour city facilities and view equipment used by various departments in their specialized fields. Students will meet representatives from every city department including: water, sewer, police, fire, parks and recreation, airport, and many more.

The Academy will meet every Tuesday beginning in September and end with a graduation ceremony in late November or early December. Class will take place from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M.

The best thing about Concord 101 is there are NO TESTS!!  For more information on Concord 101 contact .