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Congratulations Ridge League President Brain Yates
Winter Haven Mayor Brian Yates was sworn in as the 2026-2027 Ridge League of Cities President on September 3, 2026, at the Membership Dinner Meeting hosted by the City of Winter Haven. She was administered the Oath of Office by Florida League of Cities President and Mayor of the town of Shalimar, FL., Mark Franks. …

Welcome FLC President Mark Franks
The Ridge League of Cites is honored to welcome the new Florida League of Cities President and Shalimar Mayor Mark Franks. Franks has been actively involved with the Florida League of Cities for many years. Throughout his tenure with FLC, he has served on the League’s Board of Directors and contributed to several key committees,…

Florida League of Cities Annual Conference
Municipal officials from throughout the Ridge League of Cities were well represented during the Florida League of Cities (FLC) Annual Conference held on August 13-15 at the Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Florida. Over 130 municipal officials and senior staff from the Ridge League enhanced leadership skills, learn from industry experts, share ideas with peers, discuss…

Ridge League Officials to be Recognized
The John Land Years of Service Award is named in honor of longtime Apopka Mayor John Land, who served his city for more than 60 years. Each year at their Annual Conference, the Florida League of Cities recognizes elected officials who have reached a milestone of 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years…

RLC Awards Academic Scholarships
For over thirty years, the Ridge League of Cities has awarded academic scholarships. This year, the RLC awarded four $2,500 Academic Scholarships and one $3,000 scholarship to graduates from various high schools within our six counties (Polk, Pasco, Highlands, DeSoto, Hardee, and Hillsborough). Scholarships are awarded to deserving high school seniors who intend on furthering…

RLC Awards Vocational/Trade Scholarships
The Ridge League of Cities awarded four $1,250 Vocational/Trade Scholarships this year to graduates from various high schools within our six counties (Polk, Pasco, Highlands, DeSoto, Hardee, and Hillsborough). High school seniors who intend to learn a trade, and/or obtain a vocational certificate or degree at one of the state colleges or technical schools located within…

