The Florida League of Cities (FLC), the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, recently recognized Loxahatchee Groves Mayor Anita Kane with a 2025 Home Rule Hero Award for her hard work and advocacy efforts during the 2025 Legislative Session.
Kane worked tirelessly throughout the session to promote local voices making local choices by sharing insights, local data and real-world examples that helped inform state lawmakers and elevate the voice of Florida’s cities.
“This session, local leaders stepped up once again, bringing persistence, perspective and a strong voice for local decision-making to every conversation,” FLC Chief of Legislative Affairs Casey Cook said. “The league and our legislative team deeply appreciate their leadership and are proud to recognize the meaningful difference they made for Florida’s cities.”
Home Rule Hero Award recipients are local government officials, both elected and non-elected, who consistently responded to the league’s request to reach out to members of the legislature and help give a local perspective on an issue.
“I’m honored to receive the 2025 Home Rule Hero Award from the Florida League of Cities,” Kane said. “As mayor of the Town of Loxahatchee Groves, I remain committed to preserving the rural character and cultural identity that make our town so special. At the same time, I will continue to advocate for the resources and appropriations we need — without compromising our local decision-making authority. Home Rule empowers us to protect our way of life while planning for a responsible and resilient future.”
The Florida League of Cities promotes local self-government and serves the needs of Florida’s municipalities, which are formed and governed by their citizens. Learn more at www.flcities.com.
