Join your neighbors as part of the Town’s Citizens Academy, a 10-week, up-close view of local government. Participants will take a deep dive into all aspects of their town government through a variety of classes and interactive activities. Participants will explore the following departments: Town Government overview, Finance & Treasurer/Collector, Assessor Boards & Commissions, Town Clerk and Elections, Planning and Conservation, Library, Senior Center, Police, Fire, Department of Public Works (DPW), Inspectional Services (Building), and Public Health Department. 

Schedule for 2025

Weekly sessions on Thursday evenings at various locations around the Town of Millbury from 6 – 8 p.m. Graduation occurs in the final week at a Select Board meeting. The final two meetings are on a Tuesday – Nov. 4 at the Town Meeting and graduation at the Nov. 18 Board of Selectmen’s Meeting.

What You Will Learn

During these sessions, participants interact firsthand with department heads and other town staff to learn about the day to day operations, challenges, and goals of each department. They will have the opportunity to ask questions of each department. These classes are designed to give participants a behind-the-scenes look at local government and develop informed and civically-minded residents and future community leaders.

Register for the 2025 Citizens Academy

Find and complete the application from the town website or use the QR code on the town’s Facebook page (Aug. 12 entry). Complete and return the application by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27 via email or at the Town Clerk’s office at 127 Elm Street. Registration will be on a first come, first serve basis. The first fifteen (15) applicants who meet the eligibility guidelines* will be accepted.

*Eligibility Guidelines:
Applicants must be a current resident of Millbury, 16 years of age (by 9/4/2025) or older; Preference may be given to registered voters.

If you have questions about Citizens Academy please contact the Town Clerk’s office at 508-865-9110 or email the Town Clerk’s office at [email protected]