High Springs official recognized for advocacy efforts during the 2021 Legislative Session
High Springs, FL – The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, recently recognized High Springs Commissioner Ross Ambrose with a 2021 Home Rule Hero Award for his hard work and advocacy efforts during the 2021 Legislative Session. Commissioner Ambrose worked tirelessly throughout session to promote local voices making local choices, protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities and advance the League’s legislative agenda.
“These local officials went above and beyond during the 2021 Legislative Session,” said FLC Director of Legislative Affairs Casey Cook. “They made an extraordinary effort, were actively engaged and highly effective in their advocacy efforts. Even with all the various challenges present this year due to the pandemic, they stepped up. They engaged with legislators, shared their stories and made their voices heard, and it made a difference. On behalf of the League and its legislative team, it’s my sincere honor to recognize this year’s award recipients and thank them for their service.”
Home Rule is the ability for a city to address local problems with local solutions with minimal state interference. Home Rule Hero Award recipients are local government officials, both elected and nonelected, who consistently responded to the League’s request to reach out to members of the legislature and help give a local perspective on an issue.
"I think it is important that citizens retain local control vs. having Tallahassee design one-size fits all solutions.” said Commissioner Ambrose. “Local representatives need to use our elected voice to speak up when issues impacting our ability to govern are challenged."
About Commissioner Ross Ambrose: A resident of High Springs since 2001, Ross is currently the Managing Partner of AAA Porta Serve, providing portable sanitation services to North Central Florida. Before being elected in November of 2020, Ross served on the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board for 18 years and has been very involved in a number of community organizations.
About the 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.