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“Cities 101”. Florida League of Cities’ Conference August 11, 2011 Presented by Robert E. Lee, DPA, ICMA-CM Professor of Practice, Senior Executive in Residence and Executive Director of the Center for Florida Local Government Excellence at Florida State University. Florida Municipal
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“Cities 101” • Florida League of Cities’ Conference • August 11, 2011 • Presented by • Robert E. Lee, DPA, ICMA-CM • Professor of Practice, Senior Executive in Residence and Executive Director of the Center for Florida Local Government Excellence at Florida State University
Florida Municipal Powers Florida State Statutes Florida Constitution Regulatory Agencies U.S. Constitution City Ordinances City Charter
Florida Local Governments Special Districts Cities School Boards Counties
Forms of Local Government Council or Commission Strong Mayor/ Council Council/Manager Hybrid forms of Government
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