Pearland residents can apply for a free, eight-week program to learn about local government, according to a social media post by the city of Pearland.

The overview

Titled the UniverCity of Pearland, residents who attend will learn about the city of Pearland’s government structure, functions and activities, as well as be encouraged to become involved in local government and connect with city officials, according to the city’s website.

According to the city’s website, applicants must meet the following requirements:
  • Be a Pearland resident
  • Be 18 years or older
  • Be a registered voter in the state of Texas
  • Commit to attending all sessions and be an engaged participant
  • Must not be holding or running for an elected office
Diving in deeper

According to the schedule provided by the city, the program will consist of the following eight sessions:
  • March 27: Trusted government
    • Pearland City Hall, 3519 Liberty Drive, Pearland
  • April 3: Resilient finances and strong economy
    • Pearland City Hall, 3519 Liberty Drive, Pearland
  • April 10: Safe community
    • Fire Administration Building, 2703 Veterans Drive, Pearland
  • April 17: Safe community
    • Law Enforcement Training Center, Cullen & Freedom Parkway, Pearland
  • April 24: Sustainable infrastructure
    • Pearland Surface Water Treatment Plant, 3720 County Road 48, Rosharon
  • May 1: Sustainable infrastructure
    • Engineering and Public Works Building, 2016 Old Alvin Road, Pearland
  • May 8: Connected community
    • Recreation Center & Natatorium, 4141 Bailey Road, Pearland
  • May 15: Strong economy
    • Pearland City Hall, 3519 Liberty Drive, Pearland
  • May 19: Graduation, recognition at city council meeting
    • Pearland City Hall, 3519 Liberty Drive, Pearland
A light dinner will be provided at 5:30 p.m., with presentations beginning at 6 p.m. and ending no later than 8 p.m., according to the city’s website.


Class size is limited to 20 people per session.

Quote of note

“The program will allow participants to gain a first hand experience with city departments and to learn about our strategic priorities and key initiatives, and then be able to engage directly with leaders,” Pearland City Secretary Frances Aguilar told Community Impact Feb. 6

Officials hope the experience will offer participants a first-hand experience with the city’s departments and help them engage directly with city leaders and processes, Aguilar said.


“We are so excited about this program. Other people have wanted to have something similar, it was just never the right time for it ... now everything's coming to fruition,” Aguilar said.

Learn more

To learn more about the program or to apply, click here.