The City of Lakeland played host to the Ridge League of Cities on Tuesday September 16, 2025, to see one of their own, City Commissioner Sara Roberts McCarley be sworn in as RLC President for the 2025-2026 year. Outgoing President…
Each year, the Florida League of Cities recognizes Home Rule Heroes. These award recipients are municipal officials and staff who went above and beyond to protect Home Rule during the previous regular Legislative Session. These dedicated individuals played a critical…
Lakeland Commissioner Sara Roberts McCarley was sworn in as the 2025-2026 Ridge League of Cities President on September 16, 2025, at the Membership Dinner Meeting hosted by the City of Lakeland. She was administered the Oath of Office by Florida…
Congratulations to Lake Alfred City Manager Ryan Leavengood! Ryan was recently named the Ridge League of Cities 2025 Municipal Official of the Year and awarded the Nettie B. Draughon Award. This annual award is named in memory of former Ridge…