Kannapolis employees who completed the Kannapolis 101 Academy were recently recognized by the Kannapolis City Council.
The employees completed the eight-week program this fall. The academy included visiting city departments, meeting staff and getting a behind the scenes look at the services and function of the City. They learn about the police, fire and parks and recreation departments, learn how to plan a budget for the City, gain an understanding about economic development and how planning guidelines impact development. Streets, transit and many other topics were also explored.
Graduating from the program this year were: Albaro Reyes-Martinez, Betsy Barnette, Bretta Dodson, Cedric Smith, Chase Lewis, Chris Overcash, Chris Tartlton, Danielle Hough, Heather James, Jeremi Carter, Jessica Ferris Irick, Kenny Llywelyn, Laura Coppola, Lauren Barnes, Luis Bravo, Melanie Hassler, Meredith Wolfe, Nayeli Gutierrez Hernandez, Ryan Scharbarth, Samantha Monahan, Shari Hoehman, Tammy Justice, and Timothy Shuffler.
If you are interested in the next Kannapolis 101 Academy please visit kannapolisnc.gov/GetInvolved and complete an application or contact: Erika Riley at eriley@kannapolisnc.gov or 704.920.4316. Classes are free and held each September to November.