There have been several recent high-profile ransomware attacks that have cost Florida local governments hundreds of thousands of dollars. And they are becoming more common. 

To help combat these attacks, the Florida Local Government Information Systems Association (FLGISA) is offering multiple webinars over the next few weeks to discuss ransomware. 

The webinars will be presented by technology and security experts and are open to all Florida local government staff.

To learn more about this webinar series or to register, click here.

The City of Florida is seeking a community redevelopment executive director responsible for management of CRA projects and budgets, as well as managing, planning, economic development and design services to the Florida City CRA. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in urban planning, economics, business administration or a related field and four years of development experience.

To view the full opening,  click here.  

Public Works Director/City Engineer - City of Sebastian

The City of Tallahassee recently partnered with the Downtown Improvement Authority, LeMoyne Arts, KCCI and the "Girls Can Do Anything" campers from the Oasis Center for Women and Girls to paint a mural over a retaining wall. 

The often graffitied wall now stands as a vibrant work of art. The design features different colored shapes and the handprints of city leaders, community members and the campers. 

"In addition to instilling the volunteer spirit in our youth and brightening up our downtown, we are hopeful that this artistic expression will help combat graffiti in the area," said  City Commissioner Dianne Williams-Cox.

The beautification project is a precursor to the recently approved graffiti abatement pilot program. The program, set to be implemented later this year, aims to prevent and eliminate graffiti and includes funding for murals. 

 To learn more about this project,  click here.

The City of Sunrise is soliciting qualifications and proposals from developers, companies or teams interested in developing a three acre site called Sunset Strip. The property is located in the east Sunrise redevelopment area. The City is in support of multifamily residential development with possible live/work component that is innovative and stimulates investment from adjacent neighborhoods. 

To view the full request,  click here.