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City of St. Augustine recognizes Florida City Week

Proclamation, social media campaign, activities promote city government

News Flash Posted on October 15, 2025

On Monday, October 13, the City of St. Augustine City Commission proclaimed the week of October 20-26, 2025, Florida City Week, joining other cities across the state in recognizing the many services provided by city governments and their contributions to a better quality of life in Florida.  Because city government is the government closest to most citizens, and the one with the most direct daily impact upon its residents, it is important that residents understand how their city operates.

“Florida City Week is an opportunity for us to remind residents of just how much our city does – from the services we provide and the employees who do the work, to the facilities that we own and operate and even a chance to get to know our elected officials,” Communications Director Melissa Wissel commented.  “It’s a time for us to engage with residents about local government, encourage them to be active participants in our events, and to stay informed, get involved.”

Activities planned for next week include a daily “Coffee with a Commissioner” meetup, a walking tour of Fish Island Preserve, a docent tour of the Visitor Information Center, a tour of the Wastewater Treatment Plant with Flagler College students, and a robust social media campaign on the City of St. Augustine’s Facebook, Instagram, and X pages.

For “Coffee with a Commissioner,” each City Commissioner has scheduled a meet-up spot at a local coffee shop, and residents are invited to stop in and say hello:

  • Monday, October 20, 9:00am to 10:00am: Mayor Nancy Sikes-Kline at Calico Cactus, 833 S. Ponce De Leon Blvd.
  • Tuesday, October 21, 8:00am to 9:00am: Vice Mayor Barbara Blonder at Juniper Market, 48 San Marco Ave.
  • Wednesday, October 22, 8:30am to 9:30am: Commissioner Jon DePreter at Flamingo Coffee, 322 Anastasia Blvd.
  • Thursday, October 23, 9:00am to 10:00am: Commissioner Cynthia Garris at The Blue Hen, 223 West King Street.
  • Friday, October 24, 9:00am to 10:00am: Commissioner Jim Springfield at DOS Coffee, 300 San Marco Ave.

City government is administered by and for its citizens and is dependent upon public commitment to carry out its responsibilities.  Outreach, educational programs, partnerships with civic organizations, and public workshops are just some of the ways the city can encourage and facilitate better understanding with residents.

Florida City Week, sponsored by the Florida League of Cities, is a weeklong celebration that raises awareness about the importance of municipal government and its daily impact on residents. The League is the official organization of the municipal governments in Florida.

Learn more about the Florida City Week events and other city programs and initiatives @CityStAug on Facebook, Instagram, and X.

For media inquiries, contact Melissa Wissel, Communications Director, at 904.293.3307 or via email at mwissel@citystaug.com.

  1. NOTICE OF CUSTODIAN OF PUBLIC RECORDS: The City of St. Augustine has designated the City Clerk, Darlene Galambos, its Custodian of Public Records pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. Anyone wishing to inspect or copy public records consistent with Florida law should contact the Custodian of Public Records at: 
     
    City of St. Augustine
    Custodian of Public Records
    Darlene Galambos, City Clerk
    75 King Street, PO Box 210
    St. Augustine, FL 32085 
    Phone: 904-825-1007 

    Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.
  1. If you have a civil rights or Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) complaint regarding your ability to participate in a City program or activity please contact the City Clerk at: 
     
    City of St. Augustine
    Darlene Galambos, City Clerk
    75 King Street, PO Box 210 
    St. Augustine, FL 32085 
    Phone: 904-825-1007 

    Si usted tiene una queja con respecto a su capacidad para participar en un programa o actividad de la Ciudad en acuerdo con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades o sus derechos civiles, por favor llame al Secretario de la Ciudad al 904-825-1007.
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