North Port University

Please note: Class times for this session will be from 9 a.m. to noon

Week 1: Feb. 4 | North Port & City Government 101

Week 2: Feb 11 | Police Department 

Week 3: Feb. 18 | Parks & Recreation

Week 4: Feb. 25 | Fire Rescue

Week 5: March 4 | Public Works

Week 6: March 11 | Support Services

Week 7: March 18 | Utilities

Week 8: March 25 | Development Services

Week 9: April 1, 4 p.m. | Graduation

Please note: Class times for this session will be from 5-8:30 p.m.

Week 1: Aug. 12 | North Port & City Government 101

Week 2: Aug. 19 | Public Works

Week 3: Aug. 26 | Utilities

Week 4: Sept. 2 | Police Department

Week 5: Sept. 9 | Support Services

Week 6: Sept. 16 | Fire Rescue

Week 7: Sept. 23 | Development Services

Week 8: Sept. 30 | Parks & Recreation

Week 9: Oct. 7, 4 p.m. | Graduation

Class times for Spring 2027 will be from 9 a.m. to noon. 9-9:30 a.m. will be reserved for networking with fellow classmates and City employees. Please arrive a few minutes early. Locations will vary each week; This will be communicated prior to the class.

You must attend a minimum of 6 out of the 8 sessions, including graduation. Please check the NPU schedule before registering to ensure you can attend all the sessions.

No, the program is free of charge for all participants.

Photos, videotape and participant information obtained during this program may be used by the City for its communications and marketing efforts.

Yes, light snacks and drinks will be available.

Transportation is not provided, but there is ample parking available at the session locations.

We've partnered with Teen Court of Sarasota, Inc. and North Port Parks & Recreation Drug-Free Youth (D-Fy) Program to launch NPU Teen, which is an engaging civic exploration program designed to introduce local high school students to the wide range of departments that help our city run smoothly. Through hands-on activities, department tours and conversations with City staff, students will gain insight into how each area contributes to the community and discover real-world career opportunities they may wish to pursue.

NPU Teen provides students with meaningful exposure to local government careers. It culminates in a special graduation and career exploration event at Suncoast Technical College in North Port.

North Port University Online will consist of webinars that allow residents to connect and learn about a new topic each session. 

This webinar will provide a transparent, practical look at how the City of North Port operates, helping residents better understand how decisions are made and how community priorities are funded. Participants will learn how the Commission–City Manager form of government works, gain an overview of the City’s budgeting process, and walk away with greater confidence to engage with City leadership, ask informed questions, and take an active role in local decision-making.

View past webinar sessions

Jan. 30, 2026: City Government and City Budgeting

May 29, 2026: Storm Smart North Port

July 31, 2026: Fire Safety and Prevention