Leon County Link for April 2025
The Leon County Link connects citizens with Leon County services. For Leon County news and information, please visit: LeonCountyFL.gov/News.
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Created Equal: The Rhythm and Resilience of Black Music
Wednesday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m.
The Moon, 1105 East Lafayette Street
Join a conversation that explores how music in Black culture has shaped the Black experience throughout history. The 10th Annual Created Equal event will delve deep into the rich history of Black music, showing how it serves as a living chronicle and understanding how music has been a source of inspiration, solidarity, and empowerment for Black communities across generations.
Register for this free event at LeonCountyFL.gov/CreatedEqual.
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Spring Home Expo
Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m-12 p.m.
615 East Paul Russell Road
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Join Leon County Government for the Spring Home Expo featuring informational workshops and demonstrations for homeowners, homebuyers, and renters. Attendees can enjoy:
- Engaging workshops focused on first-time homebuyer guidance, home maintenance tips, and understanding heirs’ property.
- Practical demonstrations on how to grow a sustainable garden, prepare your home for hurricanes and other disasters, and more.
- Exciting giveaways to enhance your home and lifestyle.
Breakfast will be provided.
Register for this free event at LeonCountyFL.gov/HomeExpo.
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Fort Braden Family Resource Center Grand Opening
Saturday, April 12, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Program and ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m.
Fort Braden Community Center, 16387 Blountstown Hwy
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Join Leon County Government, the Children’s Services County of Leon County, and Children’s Home Society of Florida for the grand opening of the Fort Braden Family Resource Center.
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This new neighborhood-based resource hub will provide Fort Braden families with access to parenting support, job training, mental health services, financial literacy, and other essential resources—all in one accessible location.
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The event will include a program and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m., followed by a family fun day with food, family-friendly activities, and engagement opportunities with service providers.
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Harmony in Action: Navigating Work-Life Balance
Thursday, April 17, at 12:30 p.m.
Leon County Main Library, 200 West Park Ave.
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Struggling to juggle work, life, and everything in between? Join Leon County Government for an interactive discussion on setting realistic goals, establishing healthy boundaries, and embracing progress over perfection. Heather Fuselier, a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, will share expert insights to help you create a healthier, more balanced life.
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Learn more at LeonCountyFL.gov/GetEngaged.
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Celebrate National Autism Acceptance Month
Leon County Government celebrates autism and neurodiversity during National Autism Acceptance Month with art exhibits, a resource fair, sensory story times, topical book lists, and movie watchlists for all ages and abilities from the LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library System.
Learn more at LeonCountyFL.gov/Celebration.
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Apply for a Summer Job with Leon County!
Leon County Government is now accepting applications for the Summer Youth Training Program. In partnership with CareerSource Capital Region, the five-week Summer Youth Training Program provides young adults ages 14-24 years old job experience by working with a Leon County department over the summer. All positions are 20 hours per week and pay $13 per hour. Summer employment and training will run from Monday, June 23 through Friday, July 25, 2025.
Apply by Friday, May 9, at 5 p.m. EST at LeonCountyFL.gov/SummerYouth.
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Retire Old Rubber During Tire Amnesty Days
Leon County Government, in partnership with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, is hosting its annual Tire Amnesty Days program, a free tire collection to reduce mosquito breeding grounds. Now through Friday, May 16, 2025, citizens can drop off old tires for free at the following Leon County facilities:
- Leon County Solid Waste Facility, 7550 Apalachee Pkwy.
- Fort Braden Rural Waste Center, 2485 East Joe Thomas Rd.
- Miccosukee Rural Waste Center, 13051 Miccosukee Rd.
- Woodville Rural Waste Center, 549 Henry Jones Rd.
Residents may dispose of up to 25 passenger car tires free of charge. Commercial loads will not be accepted. Tires without rims are preferred.
Learn more at LeonCountyFL.gov/Mosquito.
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Leon Works Expo Exhibitor Registration Closes April 11
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Make connections and build opportunities as an exhibitor during the 10th annual Leon Works Expo!
Leon County Government and the Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality will host the Leon Works Expo on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center. The Expo will connect hundreds of local high school students to employers and academic institutions, creating opportunities to explore careers in the skilled workforce.
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The Expo provides exhibitors the opportunity to share positive experiences about their field and provides students with hands-on, interactive learning opportunities. The deadline to apply as an exhibitor is Friday, April 11.
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For more information and to register as an exhibitor, visit LeonCountyFL.gov/LeonWorks.
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News and Events
Share Your Feedback on the Update to the Tallahassee-Leon County Comprehensive Plan
Be a part of the Land Use and Mobility Element update by providing input on the draft Goals, Objectives and Policies that reflect the community’s expressed visions, values and growth plans for the future. Public comment is needed! To provide your feedback and fill out the public comment form, visit CompPlanTLC.com.
Join A Citizen Advisory Committee
Leon County is seeking dedicated residents to join our Citizen Advisory Committees. Your role will be vital as we strive to develop and grow our community responsibly. Learn more and apply today at LeonCountyFL.gov/Committees.
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Board of County Commissioners Schedule April 2025
Tuesday, April 15, at 1:30 p.m.
Capital Region Transportation Planning Agency (CRTPA) Regular Meeting
City Commission Chambers – 300 S. Adams Street
Tuesday, April 22, at 1 p.m.
Board of County Commissioners Workshop
County Courthouse, 5th Floor Commission Chambers - 301 S. Monroe Street
Live television broadcasts of Board of County Commissioners meetings are available on Comcast channel 16, the Leon County Florida channel on Roku, the County’s , , and , and the County’s .
For meeting and location updates, visit .
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