The Vista Leadership Academy is a free eight-week program that meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, except one daytime citywide bus tour. The academy gives residents an up-close look at how the city functions. Participants must be aged 18 years or older and must be a Vista resident or business owner.

Participants will:

• Learn how decisions are made, how city funds are allocated and how departments operate.
• Meet your elected officials, city manager, and department directors.
• Tour city facilities, the Vista Business Park, and the downtown area.
• Discuss important issues i.e. planning and growth, traffic, infrastructure, city finances, and more.   

The next session will be scheduled for Spring 2027; please check back in early 2027 for details.

Contact  

For more information, please contact the City Clerk's Office at 760.639.6125 or by e-mail.