NORFOLK, Neb. -- Norfolk 101: Citizens Academy will give the residents of Norfolk a chance to see how the city government works. 

Participants will get to see the city's snow plows, look inside a city jail, and hear the latest from the mayor.

Norfolk 101 offers residents of Norfolk the ability to learn things about the city they might not have known before.

“Norfolk 101 is a great way for citizens to get a behind-the-scenes look at city management and operations," Norfolk Mayor Josh Moenning said. "We encourage anyone interested in our city’s growth and progress to participate."

During Norfolk 101, participants will meet with city managers and get an overview of the divisions including tours offered at many city facility locations.

A limit of 18 people can participate in the program that will be held every Tuesday evening, beginning Sept. 20, for seven weeks from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a meeting with city council members the eighth week.

Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Forms and schedules are available at the City Administration Building at 309 North 5th Street.

Applications must be submitted by Sept. 9, 2022. They are also available online here. Completed applications can be mailed to Norfolk 101, City of Norfolk, 309 N. 5th Street, Norfolk, NE 68701, or can be emailed to nstevenson@norfolkne.gov. There is no fee to participate in the program.