Newberry Celebrates Florida City Government Week

The City of Newberry will be joining cities throughout the state in celebrating Florida City Government Week, October 19th through 24th.

Because city government is the government closest to most citizens and the one with the most direct daily impact upon its residents, it is important that residents understand how their city operates, the services it provides and the importance of their active involvement. The theme “My City: I’m Part of It, I’m Proud of It” will guide this year’s activities.

“Florida City Government Week is an opportunity to help our residents become more informed about the many services we provide, which will lead to more knowledgeable citizen participation in the future,” said City Manager Mike New. “We are excited about this year’s activities and hope to engage students in our events". This city will be hosting an event for students at Easton Newberry Sports Complex on Wednesday afternoon highlighting the different services the City provides.

Florida City Government Week, sponsored by the Florida League of Cities, is a weeklong celebration that raises awareness about the importance of municipal government and its daily impact on residents.  Cities provide a higher level of service than most governments and generally receive higher approval ratings than other levels of government. Yet, many residents are unaware of how city services impact their lives. Through Florida City Government Week, the League hopes to bring awareness to city government’s role in enhancing the quality of life in communities. The League is the official organization of the municipal governments in Florida.