Where local voices come together to identify the biggest challenges facing Florida's cities and protect their right to make local choices that are best for their communities.
Our Legislative Conference is held each Fall. The 2023 event will be held November 30 - December 1 at the Hilton Orlando (6001 Destination Parkway). Register today for the 2023 Florida League of Cities Legislative Conference! Register Online
Florida League of Cities President Greg Ross, Mayor of the City of Cooper City, will preside over the conference where he will rally the membership in support of the League’s 2024 Legislative Platform.
You are essential to the League’s legislative success. Join Florida's city leaders to discuss and learn about important issues, finalize and adopt our legislative priorities, and share ideas and strategies on collaborating with state legislators.
The registration fee for this event is $300 and covers admission to all conference sessions, continental breakfasts, refreshment breaks and Thursday’s luncheon and networking event.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Schedule of Events*
Pre-Conference Events: Wednesday – November 29, 2023
12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Registration Desk Open
Orange Ballroom Foyer
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Florida League of Mayors Workshop: Deep Dive from Professionals - Mentoring, Mental Wellness and Veterans Affairs
Open to Mayors and Vice Mayors/Deputy Mayors only. Registration information is available here.
Florida Ballroom 4
This workshop brings together a panel of experts to discuss Florida League of Mayors’ President Scott Brook’s three main focus areas of his presidency. It features in-depth discussions on mentoring, mental wellness and veterans affairs. Hershel Lyons, On-Site Administrator for Education Management Consulting Services and the former chancellor for K-12 public schools at the Florida Department of Education, will lead the discussion on mentoring. He’ll share ways that cities can set up successful mentorship programs and provide guidance on how to be a mentor to other mayors. Bob Asztalos, Deputy Executive Director of the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, will focus on veterans issues and how mayors can provide more support to this group.
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Florida League of Mayors Reception
Open to Mayors and Vice Mayors/Deputy Mayors only. Registration information is available here.
Florida Ballroom 1-3
Thursday – November 30, 2023
| Title |
Time |
Location |
| Continental Breakfast |
7:30 a.m. |
Orange Ballroom Foyer |
| Registration Desk Open |
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom Foyer |
| Speed Networking |
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. |
Orange Ballroom C |
| Advocacy Committee Organizational Meeting |
8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. |
Florida Ballroom 1-3 |
| Ballot Campaign Do’s and Don’ts |
9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. |
Orange Ballroom AB |
| Legislative Policy Committee Meeting - Finance, Taxation and Personnel |
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom G |
| Legislative Policy Committee Meeting - Land Use and Economic Development |
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Florida Ballroom 5-7 |
| Legislative Policy Committee Meeting - Municipal Administration |
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Florida Ballroom 4 |
| Legislative Policy Committee Meeting - Transportation and Intergovernmental Relations |
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Florida Ballroom 1-3 |
| Legislative Policy Committee Meeting - Utilities, Natural Resources and Public Works |
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom EF |
| Keynote Luncheon |
12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom D |
| Lobbying Like a Pro: Strategies for Success and Upcoming Session Highlights |
2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom AB |
| Show Me the Money! |
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom AB |
| Florida League of Cities Board of Directors Meeting |
4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom EF |
| Networking Event |
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Florida Ballroom 1-3 |
Friday – December 1, 2023
| Title |
Time |
Location |
| Membership Networking and Continental Breakfast |
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. |
Orange Ballroom Foyer |
| Registration Desk Open |
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom Foyer |
| Federal Action Strike Team Organizational Meeting |
8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. |
Orange Ballroom G |
| How to Talk So Your Legislator Will Listen and How to Listen So Your Legislator Will Talk |
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. |
Orange Ballroom AB |
| Legislative Committee Meeting and Business Session |
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Orange Ballroom D |
* Schedule subject to change. Check back for additional updates.
Hotel Information
The 2023 Legislative Conference will be held at the Hilton Orlando, located at 6001 Destination Parkway, just off of International Drive. The group rate is $175/night, inclusive of a reduced $10/night resort fee. Self-parking is available at a discount of $17.50/night. Complete reservation instructions will be sent with your registration confirmation. If the hotel is sold out at the time of your registration, please contact Melanie Howe for a list of alternative suggestions.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be emailed to Melanie Howe by 5:00 p.m., Friday, November 17 to receive a refund of registration fees, minus a $25 administrative fee. Refunds will not be issued until after the conference and no refunds will be issued for early departure.
Select presentations from past conferences are available below.