Commissioner Fishman Named Home Rule Hero

TAMARAC, Fla., April 10, 2020 (Newswire.com) - Commissioner Julie Fishman received a 2020 Home Rule Hero Award from the Florida League of Cities (FLC) for her tireless efforts to represent the City of Tamarac and protect the home rule powers of Florida’s cities during the 2020 legislative session. This is the third year in which she received this honor.

Home rule is the ability of a city to address local problems with minimal state interference. Commissioner Fishman and the other award recipients worked throughout the legislative session to promote local voices making local choices, protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities and advance the League’s legislative agenda.

“The dedication and effort of these local officials during the 2020 legislative session was inspirational and should serve as a model for municipal officials statewide,” said FLC Legislative Director Scott Dudley. “These are some of our biggest advocates for municipal issues, and they’re shining examples of local advocacy in action. On behalf of the League and its legislative team, we’re proud to recognize each of them, and we thank them for their service.”

“I was proud to represent my City during the last legislative session, and I’m always happy to add my voice to those working to protect home rule,” said Commissioner Fishman. “It’s critical that local elected officials retain the ability to make decisions that impact those who elected us into office.” 

ABOUT THE CITY OF TAMARAC

Tamarac covers a 12-square-mile area in western Broward County and is home to more than 65,000 residents and approximately 2,000 businesses. Ideally situated, Tamarac provides easy access to highways, railways, airports and waterways, and a wealth of cultural and sports activities. Tamarac’s median age continues to grow younger and the population more diverse, as people recognize the City as a great place to spend their lives. For more information, visit www.Tamarac.org.

Source: City of Tamarac