The Vista Leadership Academy is a free eight week program held twice a year. The group meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, except one daytime citywide bus tour. The academy gives residents an up close look at how the city functions. Enrollment is limited to 20 Vista residents or business owners aged 18 years or older on a first come, first-served basis.

Participants Will

• Learn how decisions are made, how city funds are allocated and how departments operate.
• Meet your elected officials, city manager, and department directors.
• Tour city facilities, the Vista Business Park, and the downtown area.
• Discuss important issues i.e. planning and growth, traffic, infrastructure, city finances, and more.   

The Fall 2024 Vista Leadership Academy has been cancelled.

If you would like to be put on the interest list for the Spring 2025 Vista Leadership Academy, please contact Kathy Valdez at kvaldez@cityofvista.com

Contact  

For more information, please contact the City Clerk's Office at 760.639.6125 or by e-mail.