City of Conyers to host six-week program for residents to learn about their local government

CONYERS, GA—Conyers residents eager to learn more about their city government and community are encouraged to register for “Conyers University,” a free, six-week program designed to educate and personalize local government for citizens.

Conyers University participants will attend the program for six Mondays beginning Oct.12, from 6-8 p.m. All

sessions with the exception of the public safety session and recreation/tourism session will take place at Conyers City Hall. 

Classes will be led by city staff and officials on a variety of topics and departments relevant to citizens living and working in Conyers. Graduation and recognition for Conyers University participants will take

place at the Nov. 18, Conyers City Council meeting.

“Conyers has a great story to tell and participants in the past three years of our Conyers University classes can attest to that,” said Mayor Connie Alsobrook. “Throughout Conyers University sessions, citizens have the opportunity to interact with staff and council on a one-on-one level to learn more about the services and

quality of life offerings afforded to those who call Conyers home. We’re eager to meet and get to know citizens who want to learn more about what we do at the city.”

Conyers University is limited to 20 participants and they must be residents of Conyers or Rockdale County. Registration is free and application will go live on

Monday, Aug.24 at :https://www.conyersga.com/government/about-

conyers/conyers-university. The deadline to register is Sept. 14 or when the class reaches capacity. For more information, contact Jennifer Edwards at

jennifer.edwards@conyersga.gov.