Title
2013 State of Florida Legislative Session Review (B)
This City Commission will receive a review of the 2013 State of Florida legislative session.
Explanation
The City of Gainesville annually prepares a state legislative agenda to promote the needs of the city and items of interest to follow during the legislative session. The agenda provides local and state elected leadership, staff, and the city's lobbyist with a focused list of priorities related to legislation and funding needs that have the potential to be addressed by the State of Florida. Throughout the legislative session, the city is also made aware via various channels such as the lobbyist and the Florida League of Cities, of legislation that may have a positive or negative impact on the city. John Wayne Smith, a member of the city's lobbying team, will provide an update on the 2013 legislative session, including legislation that passed and failed as well as an overview of how the city's legislative priorities fared.
Fiscal Note
None
Recommendation
The City Commission receive the legislative update.