City Will Offer Kannapolis 101 This Fall

Curious about how your city government works? Would you like 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?

Where residents can meet city staff, visit facilities, and learn how city government works

Kannapolis 101 is a hands-on program where residents can meet city staff, visit facilities, and learn how city government works. This special nine-week program starts Tuesday, September 16, and continues each Tuesday until November 18. However, there will be no class on Veterans Day, November 11. 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 are due at 5 p.m. on August 15, 2025. If you are interested in participating in the 2025 program, please visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/Kannapolis101 to complete the online application.