Waldo Mayor Louie Davis Honored for Service

WALDO ‒ Waldo Mayor Louie Davis has been recognized with the Florida League of City’s “Mayor John Land Years of Service Award” for his 40 years of service to the City of Waldo as a council member and mayor.

This award recognizes elected officials' years of service, and according to the Florida League of Cities (FLC), America’s municipal governments have long relied upon the unselfish leadership of their citizens for local self-government, and Florida’s municipal governments share the time-honored role as the level of government closest to the people, this reliance places extraordinary responsibilities upon elected officials – who make significant sacrifices of their time and energies on behalf of their citizenry, making this commitment a true labor of love.

The FLC honors municipal leaders who strive for excellence in the governance of their city and commit themselves to providing quality services, governing effectively and working to improve the quality of life. The award is in honor of John Land, the Mayor of Apopka for 65 years between 1949 and 2014 and who, according to the FLC, was a leader whose dedication was unsurpassed at the national and state levels and who modeled the way for decades of municipal leaders.

In addition to recognition by the Florida League of Cities, Davis was also recognized by the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC) at their meeting on May 23, 2024, in Gainesville. Davis has served many terms on the NCFRPC Board, serving as chair and vice-chair over the years.

Davis’ is recognized for his service that extends beyond the City of Waldo. His active participation on various boards, including serving as Chair, and his efforts to represent Waldo from Tallahassee to Washington, DC, and beyond, have been invaluable. His efforts have not only saved the City of Waldo significant costs but also fostered strong relationships with state legislators, which have had a positive impact on Waldo and Alachua County.

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