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City Government Week
Annually in October - The City of Weston celebrates City Government Week annually with the kick-off of the new program year for Weston University (which runs October – May) and the I Led the Pledge program, which features the participation of students of local elementary schools to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at City Commission meetings during the school year. To learn more, visit the Florida League of Cities (FLC) at Florida City Government Week.
Florida League of Cities
Florida’s municipalities belong to the Florida League of Cities, an organization of local governments whose goals are to serve the needs of Florida’s cities and promote local self-government. The City may participate in several initiatives annually.
If I Were Elected Mayor... Essay Contest!
The Florida League of Mayors is hosting an Essay Contest for Florida middle school students. Three winners (1st, 2nd and 3rd place) will be awarded gift cards and will be recognized by their mayor at their city commission meeting.
This contest is offered to all sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students in public and private schools.
First place receives a $1,000 gift card, second place receives a $500 gift card and third place receives a $250 gift card.
In no more than 250 words, students should begin their essays with "If I were elected mayor..." and describe how you would make a difference as Mayor AND how Home Rule helps make your city a great place to live.
Deadline for Essay Submissions: Entries must be submitted by Jan. 31, 2026
Essays will be judged by a committee comprised of members from the Florida League of Mayors Board of Directors. The top three winners will receive a gift card and a joint resolution from the Florida League of Mayors and the Florida League of Cities, to be presented at a council/commission meeting.
Applications and essays can be submitted by mailing to Florida League of Mayors, PO Box 1757, Tallahassee, FL 32302.
Questions? Contact: flm@flcities.com or 850-222-9684