Wellington will join communities across the state to celebrate Florida City Government Week from Oct. 21 to Oct. 27.
Florida City Government Week is a statewide celebration to raise public awareness about how municipalities operate, the services they provide and the importance of their active involvement.
Because municipal government is the closest government to most residents and the one with the most direct daily impact upon them, it is important that residents understand how their community operates.
“We are excited about Florida City Government Week and hope to engage the entire community,” Wellington Village Manager Jim Barnes said. “This is a great opportunity to foster village pride and help our residents become more informed about the many services we provide, which will lead to more knowledgeable participation in the future.”
Wellington strives to provide civic engagement opportunities for residents of all ages through programs like Read for the Record, the Wellington Youth Council and the Civics 101 program, which brings high school students to Wellington Village Hall and gives them a first-hand look into their local government.
Florida City Government Week is sponsored by the Florida League of Cities. The league is the official organization of the municipal governments in Florida, designed and established to meet and serve the needs of Florida’s cities and their residents.
