From a Kern Leaders Academy news release:

The Kern Leaders Academy, a countywide, community leadership program directed by the Kern County Taxpayers Education Fund,  seeks qualified applicants for its program. The deadline is 5 p.m. Friday.

The academy consists of 18 four-hour sessions over nine weeks, beginning Sept. 14.

The academy’s purpose is to assist in the development of visionary community leaders who recognize that a healthy business climate is necessary for a strong economy, and a strong economy is necessary for a vibrant community.

The academy will provide education and training to civic, professional and business leaders and others with outstanding leadership potential so that they may enter public service with the appropriate skills and vision to address creatively the challenges facing Kern County.

Information and a downloadable application are at www.kernleadersacademy.org.