Mayor Nancy Sikes-Kline has been recognized for the seventh consecutive year by the Florida League of Cities (FLC) with the Home Rule Hero Award for her diligent efforts and unwavering advocacy during the state’s 2024 Legislative Session. Sikes-Kline has been elected to the City Commission since 2008, twice being selected by her peers to serve as vice-mayor and was elected mayor in 2022. “The dedication and effort of these local officials who tirelessly advocated for local decision-making was a difference-maker this legislative session,” said FLC Chief of Legislative Affairs Casey Cook.
Cities, counties, school districts and hospitals are trying to fend off a proposal that could lead to them paying more money in lawsuits over people getting injured.
Belleair Town Commissioner Thomas Nessler always envisioned serving more than one term in his role representing a community of 4,300 residents. His grandfather was a U.S. representative in Illinois, but Nessler, a 35-year-old civil trial attorney, said his goal wasn’t higher office. During his first three-year term in Belleair, he’s taken pride in the impact of local government, like how the .
Mayor Nancy Sikes-Kline from St. Augustine has been appointed as the Chair of the Transportation and Intergovernmental Relations Committee for the 2023-2024 term. She is also the Chair of the Legislative Policy Committee for the Florida League of Cities, which consists of five committees.