Introduction to Farragut

2023 Introduction to Farragut Program

Introduction to Farragut is a unique way to connect participants with the Town, providing information on its history, government structure and operations, public safety, education, and volunteer opportunities. 
 
The program will begin with a reception and campaign kickoff at the Farragut Community Center located at 239 Jamestowne Blvd on Wednesday, August 16 at 6 pm. Classes will be held at the Farragut Community Center on the following Wednesdays: August 30, September 13, September 27, October 18 and November 1 starting at 6 p.m. and lasting approximately 2.5 hours each night. Class participants will also have the opportunity to go on an optional Tour of the Town with the Town Administrator on the morning of October 6.

Application Process and Program Details

The application period for the Introduction to Farragut program will open on June 12. Please check back on or after June 12 to download the application or to apply online. The deadline to apply to participate is 4 pm on Friday, July 21. 

The program is open to anyone interested in learning more about Farragut (Farragut residency is not required). Program requirements include attending the August 16 reception and campaign kickoff, at least 4 of the 5 classes, one (1) Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting (meetings held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month), one (1) Municipal Planning Commission meeting (meetings held on the 3rd Thursday of each month), and participating in a class project by completing volunteer hours at Farragut Intermediate School. More information about the volunteer projects will be presented at the August 16 kickoff.

Space is limited. Accepted applicants will be notified within seven to 10 days of the application deadline. Applicants may apply online or download the application. Downloaded applications should be completed and returned to the Farragut Town Hall or emailed to jhatmaker@townoffarragut.org by the application deadline. The Farragut Town Hall is located at 11408 Municipal Center Drive, across from the Farragut Branch Post Office. For application information or questions, contact Jennifer Hatmaker at jhatmaker@townoffarragut.org or 865-966-7057.

Download the Class Schedule