Curious about how your city government works? Want a behind the scenes look at everything from the police department to economic development to the water treatment plant? Want to understand how the City's budget works?

Kannapolis 101 gives residents a behind-the-scenes look at how your local city government works. This special nine-week program begins in September and goes through November. Classes are held from 6-8:30 p.m. at various City facilities. The program is free, and priority is given to Kannapolis residents.

Kannapolis 101 topics include:

• Overview of City Government
• Finance Department
• Public Works &Water Treatment
• Planning
• Police Department
• Parks & Recreation
• Fire Department
• Economic Development/Downtown Revitalization  

Seats are limited, so sign up today. 

Applications for the 2025 Kannapolis 101 class have closed. 

Applications for the 2026 Kannapolis 101 class will open in July 2026.