Press Release - National League of Cities Brings Centennial ‘Roadshow’ to the Village of Royal Palm Beach
Press Release
[Royal Palm Beach - May 20, 2024] - The Village of Royal Palm Beach is honored to announce its participation as an official stop on the National League of Cities (NLC) Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities. This initiative is part of NLC’s year-long celebration, marking a century of commitment to advancing local government and advocating for the interests of cities, towns and villages nationwide. The roadshow, organized by NLC, includes stops at 100 cities in every region of the country, aimed at spotlighting the diversity, resilience, and transformation of America’s local communities. The roadshow kicked off in February at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, where NLC was founded. Over the next several months, the roadshow will tour coast-to-coast, stopping in cities of all sizes to showcase the unique stories of municipalities like the Village of Royal Palm Beach
We are thrilled to welcome the NLC Centennial Roadshow to the Village of Royal Palm Beach! This event marks a significant moment for our community as we join cities nationwide in celebrating the National League of Cities' 100 years of service. Our participation underscores our commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and progress in addressing the challenges and opportunities facing municipalities across the country. Together, we will continue to build a stronger, more vibrant future for all.
“It is truly an honor for NLC to visit remarkable municipalities, like the Village of Royal Palm Beach that have made significant contributions to the advancement of local government over the past 100 years,” said Clarence Anthony, CEO and Executive Director of the National League of Cities. “Each of these cities has played a pivotal role in moving our local communities forward and has a unique story that showcases transformative change. As we celebrate and chart a course for the next 100 years, I am more excited than ever for the future of cities, towns, and villages and look forward to continuing important work together.” As the journey progresses, the roadshow will continue making stops in cities across the country, including Tampa, Florida, where NLC will host its annual City Summit conference and culminating event this November. For more information about the roadshow or to learn more about NLC’s centennial events or initiatives, visit nlc100.org.
