Florida’s cities, towns and villages are the centers of economic, social and cultural energy that enhance the quality of life enjoyed by Floridians. Municipalities are corporations. They were created because of the self-determination of their residents. Most often, the cities’ founders wanted increased, better quality services and local control of how they were being governed. Cities are citizen-driven representative democracies. The services a city provides are determined by the desires and needs of citizens through community engagement and input.

What makes Florida’s cities great are the people who call them home. Residents with different backgrounds, experiences and cultures coming together to create unique communities as diverse as the state itself.