The Florida League of Cities launched its inaugural "Municipal Brain Bowl" in conjunction with Florida City Government Week on October 21, 2008, at the City of Tallahassee Commission Chambers. The brain bowl was designed to engage citizens, specifically students, in learning about the function and purpose of municipal government. The event raised public awareness about the services cities perform and educated the public on the function of city government.

The competition was passionate as middle and high school students demonstrated their knowledge of terms like municipal Home Rule, local-option sales tax, zoning, intergovernmental, homestead exemption and city hall. The experience was extraordinary as students sat in the chairs that Tallahassee Commissioners sit in during official commission meetings.

If you would like more information on the brain bowl or how to begin planning an event like this in your city, please contact the Public Affairs Division.