The City of St. Augustine is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 term for the City’s Poet Laureate. In June of 2022, the City Commission adopted Resolution 2022-18, establishing the Poet Laureate Program to promote the influence of poetry and enrich the lives of citizens by sharing and encouraging the gift of poetry. Subsequently, the City selected Norma Sherry as its first Poet Laureate, whose term will end at the January 13, 2025, City Commission meeting.
Sherry represented the City of St. Augustine and the art of poetry through outreach by participating in City-sponsored events, dedications, and memorials, as well as some local civic events.
The complete Poet Laureate description and a list of application requirements is available online at www.citystaug.com/poet and in the City Clerk’s Office. Applications will be accepted through Monday, December 30, 2024.
In order to be considered for the Poet Laureate, the following requirements must be met:
- Serve a two-year term
- Be 18 years or older
- Reside in the City of St. Augustine, or have connections to the City through family or community involvement
- Demonstrate a commitment to and passion for poetry
- Be comfortable with public recitation
Questions about the application may be directed to the City Clerk’s Office at 904.825.1007 or at cityclerk@citystaug.com.
Media inquiries may be directed to Melissa Wissel, Communications Director, at mwissel@citystaug.com or 904.293.3307.