Mission & Objectives

Mission

To inspire citizen participation, elevate government performance, provide non-partisan analysis and assist in providing solutions for public policy issues important to the region, state and nation.

Objectives

  • Practical training for local officials and civic leaders
  • Intern scholarships for university students in public service positions
  • Symposia and extension courses on politics, policy and public administration
  • Forums featuring current and former elected officials and an annual lecture by the Maddy Professor
  • Recognition of outstanding public officials
  • Research and publications on public policy issues, particularly those that impact Central California