Class to see how Rochester city government works set for June 9

ROCHESTER - The City of Rochester will present a one-time course designed to educate Rochester residents and business owners with the knowledge and skills they say is needed for active citizenship.

It's called Civics 101 and is run by the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement.

The goal of the course is to present and discuss ways of understanding how local government works and how individual actions can drive change.

The course outlines several topics, including 'How Rochester's Municipal Government Works', 'How to Find Information', 'How to Vote (and why it's so important)', 'How to Make Your Voice Heard', and 'How to Get More Involved'.

There is no cost for participation. Registration is required for the following dates/times:

• Date and Time: Tuesday, June 9 from 6- 7:30 p.m.
• Location: City Hall Annex, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 33 Wakefield St.
• Click here to register online.

Participants are encouraged to bring paper and a pen for note-taking. Laptops, tablets, and other WiFi-enabled devices are optional. For additional information and general inquiries, contact Matt Wyatt at (603) 330-7195 or matthew.wyatt@rochesternh.gov.