County Seeking Applications for Children’s Services Council of Leon County
Leon County Government is seeking applications from qualified individuals interested in serving on the Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon). Approved by voters during the November 2020 general election, CSC Leon was established to fund early learning, developmental, treatment, and prevention services for children. CSC Leon is an independent special district that is responsible for funding children’s services throughout the county by levying property taxes estimated at up to $8 million annually.
All applications must be submitted electronically by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, at LeonCountyFL.gov/CSCApplication.To be eligible, applicants must be a resident of Leon County for the previous 24 months and be willing to submit an annual Statement of Financial Interests form.
CSC Leon supports organizations that serve children, youth, and families in Leon County by identifying community needs, funding evidence-informed programs, and measuring results. In accordance with Florida Statutes § 125.901, CSC Leon consists of 10 members, five of whom are appointed by the Governor from a list of candidates submitted by the Leon County Board of County Commissioners. This list will include at least three recommendations for the upcoming vacancy.
As part of the application, applicants are asked to attach a resume or provide a brief explanation of how their skills, experience, or educational background will contribute to CSC Leon. Additionally, Florida Statutes § 125.901 requires that, to the extent possible, those appointed represent the demographic diversity of the population of Leon County. To ensure full consideration, applications should thoroughly respond to each question.
For more information, contact Lisa Davis, Leon County Administration at 850-606-5300 or DavisLis@LeonCountyFL.gov, or Mathieu Cavell, Leon County Community and Media Relations at 850-606-5300 or CMR@LeonCountyFL.gov.
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