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Calendar
ORIENTATION
August 23
Welcome, introductions, program guidelines.
TWO-DAY LEADERSHIP RETREAT
September 8 & 9
A two-day retreat with challenging team-building exercises, an overview of community issues, and a self-assessment exercise.
HOUSING & ECONOMICS
October 7
Local housing and economic issues followed by a planning and design exercise.
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
November 4
A look at the community’s health care and human services and field trips to local human service providers.
BUSINESS & TOURISM
December 2
Gain an understanding of small business and tourism issues. This day includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the Boardwalk and a field trip to a local business.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
January 6
Presentations from state, county and local political leaders.
EDUCATION
February 3
Interaction with leaders from our public schools (k-12), community college and university.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
March 3
Meet leaders in law enforcement, the District Attorney, and the public defender. Visit the county jail and the Watsonville Courthouse.
THE PAJARO VALLEY
March 24
This day involves a tour of the Pajaro Valley with a focus on the history, events and resources that have shaped this part of the county.
AGRICULTURE
April 14
Visit agricultural sites in the Pajaro Valley. Learn about the importance and challenges of this major industry in our community.
ART & CULTURE
May 5
Discover the diversity and richness of the art and culture of the community which adds to the uniqueness of Santa Cruz.
ENVIRONMENT & INDUSTRY
June 2
Exposure to issues related to the area’s natural resources. Includes examples of sustainable industries along the North Coast.
GRADUATION
June 15
Celebrate the year’s accomplishments and the awarding of graduation certificates—Begin involvement with the LSCC Alumni Association.
REGISTER BY MAIL
Complete and print application. Send with payment to:
Leadership Santa Cruz County
PO Box 588
Capitola, CA 95010