City of Fort Myers Ward 1 Councilmember Teresa Watkins Brown Appointed to Serve on
Florida League of Cities Legislative Committee
Watkins Brown appointed to Utilities, Natural Resources and Public Works Committee
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Sept. 11, 2024) – The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, announced that City of Fort Myers Ward 1 Councilmember Teresa Watkins Brown was recently appointed to serve on the Florida League of Cities 2024-2025 Utilities, Natural Resources and Public Works Committee, one of the League’s five Legislative Policy Committees.
Legislative Policy Committee chairs, vice chairs and members were appointed by Florida League of Cities President Michael C. Blake, Mayor of Cocoa.
As a Legislative Policy Committee member, Watkins Brown will help develop the League’s Legislative Platform, which details priority issues that are most likely to affect daily municipal governance and local decision-making during the upcoming legislative session, as well as help League staff understand the real-world implications of proposed legislation. Committee members are also asked to serve as advocates for local decision-making throughout the legislative process.
“As I previously served on the Florida League of Cities Board of Directors, I’m thrilled to serve in this new capacity, representing the state as well as the City of Fort Myers,” said Watkins Brown. “Given my professional experience and tenure on the Fort Myers City Council, I look forward to serving alongside other municipal leaders to exchange best practices, align on strategies, and provide better services to our communities impacting generations to come.”
Watkins Brown is a Fort Myers native. She began her career in Telecommunications in August 1975 with United Telephone Company of Florida, which has now evolved to CenturyLink. She worked across various departments and as the Public Affairs Coordinator for 15 years, subsequently retiring September 2010 after 35 years of service.
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ABOUT THE FORT MYERS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA)
Since 1984, the CRA has managed redevelopment trusts to revitalize blighted areas in the City of Fort Myers. This reinvestment can take the form of public infrastructure, residential and commercial grant programs, public arts, affordable housing development, safety initiatives and historic preservation.
If left under-resourced, parts of our city risk remaining overlooked, affecting community spirit, and slowing economic growth. This lack of redevelopment doesn’t just impact current residents—it also discourages potential new businesses and families from making our city their home. Imagine a city where every neighborhood is a beacon of growth and community spirit—a place where residents enjoy sustainable, thriving spaces and businesses benefit from a vibrant economic environment. This is the future we’re creating. The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency was created in 1984 by the City of Fort Myers, Florida, under Florida Statute Chapter 163. The Fort Myers City Council members, sitting as the Community Redevelopment Agency Board of Commissioners, oversee the Agency’s programs and policies. The Fort Myers CRA office is located at 1400 Jackson Street in the historical downtown River District.
About the City of Fort Myers Incorporated in 1886, the City of Fort Myers is committed to providing exceptional municipal services to residents, businesses and visitors in a fiscally responsible manner while preserving the City’s rich history, diverse culture and charming lifestyle. To carry out its mission, the City of Fort Myers strives to provide economic opportunity, personal growth and a high quality of life surrounded by a beautiful natural environment, while fostering an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive. To learn more and get involved, visit www.cityftmyers.com.
About Florida League of Cities
Founded in 1922, the Florida League of Cities is the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments. Its goals are to promote local self-government and serve the needs of Florida’s cities, which are formed and governed by their citizens. The League believes in “Local Voices Making Local Choices,” which focuses on the impact citizens and city leaders have in improving Florida’s communities. For more information, visit flcities.com.
