posted on 10/1/2025
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Dover, will once again produce the Citizens Leadership Academy this October. The free program offers Garrison City residents a firsthand look at local government and municipal operations and provides attendees an opportunity to help shape the future of the city.
The 2025 Citizens Leadership Academy will meet on Oct. 9, 16, 23, 25 and 30, as well as Nov. 6. Each year, this program brings together people from diverse segments of the community interested in meeting and working with others to address key issues critical to maintaining and improving Dover’s quality of life. It will increase citizens’ knowledge of local government and introduce them to opportunities to become more involved as active community members.
“Citizens Leadership Academy graduates are encouraged to initiate discussions with other residents as well as business and government leaders, and contribute their knowledge, imagination and energy towards the betterment of the community,” says Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce President Margaret Joyce.
Citizens Leadership Academy includes presentations from: City Manager J. Michael Joyal Jr., Deputy City Manager/Development and Strategic Initiatives Christopher G. Parker, Director of Planning and Community Development Donna Benton, Library Director Denise LaFrance, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Christine Boston, Fire Chief Perry Plummer, Police Chief David Terlemezian, Community Services Director John Storer and Recreation Director Kevin Hebert.
