August 31, 2023
Leesburg seeking volunteers to fill board vacancies
Applications are currently being accepted for openings on several city of Leesburg boards
August 28, 2023
Tropical Storm Idalia Update - Sandbags available in Leesburg
Tropical Storm Idalia update - Sandbags available in Leesburg
August 27, 2023
Leesburg offices will close for Labor Day
City of Leesburg offices and facilities will close on Monday, September 4th in observance of Labor Day.
August 24, 2023
Fire hydrant testing through August 30th
Fire hydrant testing will continue through August 30th
August 15, 2023
Fire hydrant testing through the end of August
Fire hydrant testing and maintenance program continues through the end of August
August 03, 2023
Fire Hydrant Testing Continues in August
Fire hydrant testing and maintenance will continue during the month of August.
July 28, 2023
Notice of Street Closure - Section of Griffin Road will close on August 4th for resurfacing
The section of Griffin Road between US 441/27 and Peters Drive will be closed on August 4th for resurfacing.
July 21, 2023
Temporary Lane Closures on Dixie Ave. Begin July 24th
Intermittent lane closures will be set up on Dixie Avenue from East Main Street to 9th Street starting July 24th
July 20, 2023
Fire Hydrant Testing continues
Hydrant testing continues in Chelsea Park and Stonegate communities
July 03, 2023
Fire Hydrant Testing in July
Fire Hydrant testing to take place in Chelsea Park and Stonegate communities and Lake Griffin Mobile Home Park.
July 01, 2023
Leesburg Current Newsletter - July -September 2023 edition
Leesburg Current Newsletter - July thru September 2023 Edition
June 29, 2023
City of Leesburg will close for Independence Day
Most Leesburg offices and facilities will closed be closed on July 4th.
June 19, 2023
City Commission seeking volunteer to fill seat on Carver Heights/Montclair Area CRA Board
City Commission seeking volunteer to fill seat on Carver Heights/Montclair Area CRA Board
June 16, 2023
City Commission to reduce Leesburg Electric rates beginning July 1, 2023
City Commission to reduce Leesburg Electric rates beginning July 1st.
May 22, 2023
City of Leesburg offices will close for Memorial Day
Most Leesburg offices and facilities will be closed Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.
April 18, 2023
Bikefest roars into Leesburg April 28-30
Bikefest roars into downtown Leesburg April 28-30. Expect traffic delays starting this weekend.
April 14, 2023
Volunteers Sought for Leesburg Community Cleanup
Community & trails cleanups are set for May 6th at both Berry Park and John L. Johnson Park.
April 01, 2023
Leesburg Current newsletter April - June 2023 Edition
Leesburg Current Newsletter April - June 2023 Edition
March 31, 2023
Groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for Leesburg's Pine Street road project
Pine Street Roadway Project groundbreaking set for April 12th at 10am.
March 29, 2023
Leesburg announces new all-way stop intersections on Main Street
Two intersections on Main Street in downtown Leesburg will be changed to All-Way stops effective March 29th.
March 01, 2023
Fire Hydrant Testing Resumes
Leesburg’s Water Department will continue the annual fire hydrant testing and maintenance program in March/April.
February 14, 2023
Fire Assessment Fee Hardship Assistance Applications Due by May 1st
Fire Assessment Fee Hardship Assistance Applications must be turned in to the City Clerk's Office by May 1st.
February 07, 2023
City to host Open House for Tav-Lee Trail Project
The City will host an Open House on March1st for the proposed Tav-Lee Trail Project.
February 01, 2023
City of Leesburg Job Fair
The City's Human Resources Department is holding a job fair on February 28th, 3pm-7pm, at the Venetian Center.
January 09, 2023
Leesburg Water Department begins hydrant testing
Leesburg Water Department will begin fire hydrant testing program on January 10th.
January 09, 2023
Leesburg will close office & facilities for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday
Leesburg offices & facilities will be closed January 16th to in recognition of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
January 05, 2023
Leesburg seeking volunteers to fill board vacancies
Applications are currently being accepted for openings on several city of Leesburg boards.
January 03, 2023
Leesburg Commissioners Pederson, Reisman and Berry to take Oath of Office
Commissioners Pederson, Berry and Reisman will be sworn into office at the Organizational Meeting on January 9th at 5pm.
January 01, 2023
Leesburg Current Newsletter: January - March 2023 Edition
Leesburg Current Newsletter: January - March 2023 Edition
December 19, 2022
City offices and facilities will close for Christmas and New Year's Day observance
City offices and facilities will be closed for Christmas and New Year's Day observance
December 06, 2022
Notice of Changes to Residential Solid Waste Collection
Separate Curbside recycling will end effective January 1, 2023.
November 17, 2022
City offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday
City offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 for the Thanksgiving holidays.
November 08, 2022
Sandbags available in Leesburg
Leesburg Public Works has sandbags available Nov. 8-9 (8am-5pm) at Susan Street Athletic Complex.
November 04, 2022
City of Leesburg offices to close for Veterans Day
Leesburg offices and facilities will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
October 14, 2022
LakeFront TV to air Leesburg Electric Special
LakeFront TV to air Leesburg Electric Special. "Powering Our Community" premieres Sunday, Oct. 16th at 7pm.
October 13, 2022
Leesburg Utilities Suspend Late Fees
The Leesburg City Commission has authorized the suspension of late fees on unpaid utility bills as of 10/01/22.
October 01, 2022
Leesburg Current Newsletter (October - December 2022 Edition)
Leesburg Current Newsletter (October - December 2022 Edition)
September 29, 2022
City of Leesburg reopening facilities following Hurricane Ian
All City of Leesburg office and facilities will resume normal operations on Friday, September 30th.
September 27, 2022
City of Leesburg to close offices due to Hurricane Ian
City of Leesburg offices will close at 12 noon on Tuesday, September 27 due to Hurricane Ian.
September 27, 2022
Leesburg Electric Power Outage Reporting
Leesburg Electric customers should call 1-833-223-1313 to report power outages.
September 23, 2022
Volunteers Sought for Leesburg Community Cleanup
The City of Leesburg & Keep Lake Beautiful are seeking volunteers for a community cleanup set for October 1st.
August 30, 2022
City of Leesburg offices will close for Labor Day
City of Leesburg offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5th in observance of Labor Day.
August 22, 2022
Berry Park - "Perk Your Park" - Contest
Berry Park has a chance to receive a $75,000 refresh as part of the NRPA Niagra "Perk Your Park" contest
July 05, 2022
Leesburg Current Newsletter (July - September 2022 Edition)
Leesburg Current Newsletter (July - September 2022 Edition)
July 04, 2022
Leesburg is seeking citizens to fill vacancies on several boards
The City of Leesburg is seeking citizens to fill vacancies on several boards
June 30, 2022
Full slate of events set for Leesburg's July 4th celebration
Leesburg's 4th of July celebration kicks off at 12 noon at The Lakefront at Venetian Gardens.
June 28, 2022
Leesburg July 4th Closings
City of Leesburg office and facilities will close Monday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
June 03, 2022
Teen Enrichment Center Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for June 8th
The ribbon cutting ceremony for Leesburg's new Teen Enrichment Center is set for June 8th at 10am.
May 25, 2022
City of Leesburg offices will close for Memorial Day
City of Leesburg office and facilities will close on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
May 17, 2022
FDOT Construction Advisory: Plaza Entrance at 1706 Citrus Blvd. will be Closed May 18-19
FDOT Construction Advisory: Plaza Entrance at 1706 Citrus Blvd. (Bealls/Tractor Supply) will be Closed May 18-19
April 22, 2022
Ribbon cutting set for Wastewater Treatment Facility Project
The ribbon cutting for Leesburg's Turnpike Wastewater Treatment Facility project is set for May 5th at 10:00am
April 19, 2022
Downtown Leesburg begins gearing up for Bikefest
Visitors to downtown can expect street and parking lot closures starting April 21st as setup for Bikefest begins.
April 07, 2022
Leesburg Commission meetings return to City Hall
Leesburg City Commission will resume conducting meetings at City Hall starting April 11th.
April 01, 2022
Leesburg Current Newsletter (April - June 2022 edition)
Leesburg Current Newsletter - April - June 2022 Edition
March 10, 2022
Grand Opening Set for H.O. Dabney Aquatic Center
H.O. Dabney Aquatic Center to celebrate grand opening on March 12th
February 24, 2022
FDOT Construction Update - Griffin Road to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
FDOT Construction Update - Griffin Road to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard
February 16, 2022
Leesburg offers grants for not-for-profit organizations
Leesburg is accepting applications from not-for-profit organizations for American Rescue Plan Civic Funding grants.
February 15, 2022
Fire Assessment Fee Hardship Applications are Due by May 1st
Applications for exemption from the City's 2022-23 fire assessment fee are due by May 1, 2022.
February 09, 2022
The East and West Main Street Complete Streets Planning Study is Underway and We Need Your Input!
The East and West Main Street Complete Streets Planning Study is now underway and we need the public's input.
January 13, 2022
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. CommUNITY Breakfast - Virtual Event Information
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. CommUNITY Breakfast will be held as a virtual event on Friday, January 14th at 7:30am.
January 11, 2022
Leesburg offices will close for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday
Leesburg offices and facilities will close on January 17 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.
December 30, 2021
Sewer line smoke testing starts January 3rd
Sewer line smoke testing will be conducted in several areas of the City beginning January 3rd.
December 15, 2021
Leesburg offices will close for Christmas and New Years Holidays
City of Leesburg offices and facilities will be closed Dec. 24, Dec. 27 and Dec. 31 for holiday observances.
December 10, 2021
Ribbon cutting set for HO Dabney Aquatic Center
The ribbon cutting ceremony for Leesburg's new HO Dabney Aquatic Center is set for Dec. 16th at 10am.
November 17, 2021
Leesburg offices will close for Thanksgiving holiday
City of Leesburg office and facilities will close November 25-26 in observance of Thanksgiving
November 05, 2021
NCAA Division I Softball Returns to Leesburg
Division I softball returns to Leesburg's Sleepy Hollow complex in February, 2022.
November 04, 2021
Leesburg gym to temporarily close to the public
The Leesburg gymnasium will be closed November 8-19, except for certain scheduled evening programs.
November 04, 2021
Leesburg facilities will close for Veterans Day and Bikefest
Leesburg facilities will close for Veterans Day and Bikefest
November 01, 2021
Downtown Leesburg gearing up for Bikefest
Downtown Leesburg is getting ready for Bikefest. Expect traffic delays starting this weekend.
October 01, 2021
Leesburg Current Newsletter (Oct. - Dec. 2021)
Leesburg Current Newsletter (October - December 2021)
September 23, 2021
Leesburg gym will temporarily close to the public
The Leesburg gym will be closed to the public from September 27th through October 1st.
August 27, 2021
Public Notice of Proposed CDBG Disaster Recovery Mitigation Infrastructure Projects for the City of Leesburg (English - Espanol - Haitian Creole)
Public Notice of Proposed CDBG Disaster Recovery Mitigation Infrastructure Projects for the City of Leesburg
August 27, 2021
City of Leesburg offices will close for Labor Day
City of Leesburg offices will close for Labor Day
June 24, 2021
Leesburg 4th of July closings
City of Leesburg offices will be closed July 5th in observance of Independence Day
June 23, 2021
Full slate of events set for Leesburg's July 4th celebration
The Leesburg Partnership has something for everyone at this year's 4th of July celebration.
June 22, 2021
Leesburg receives budget award for 23rd consecutive year
Leesburg received the "Distinguished Budget Presentation Award" from GFOA for the 23rd consecutive year.
June 14, 2021
Leesburg Resource Center receives recognition from Lake Tech
The Leesburg Resource Center was selected as Lake Tech's "2020/21 Adult Education/GED Business Partner of the Year”.
June 01, 2021
Leesburg celebrates re-opening of Mote-Morris House
A ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand re-opening of the Mote-Morris House will be held on June 1st at 10:00am
March 31, 2021
Leesburg Current Newsletter (April - June 2021)
Leesburg Current newsletter (April-June 2021 edition)
March 16, 2021
Singletary Park to close for maintenance
Singletary Park, including the boat ramp, will be closed for several days in March for parking area maintenance.
March 12, 2021
Leesburg Electric receives FMEA safety award
The Leesburg Electric Department was recently recognized by FMEA with a safety award for 2020.
March 11, 2021
Leesburg Commission to consider new voting districts
The City Commission will consider adoption of new single-member voting districts at March 22nd meeting.
March 10, 2021
Teen Center Groundbreaking POSTPONED
The groundbreaking ceremony for the City's new Teen Center originally scheduled for March 12 has been postponed.
March 08, 2021
Groundbreaking scheduled for Leesburg's new Teen Center
The groundbreaking ceremony for Leesburg new Teen Enrichment Center is scheduled for March 12th at 10:00am.
March 01, 2021
Leesburg electric offers energy efficiency rebates for residential customers
The City of Leesburg is once again offering rebates for upgrading eligible appliances.
February 10, 2021
NCAA Division I softball coming to Leesburg
Sleepy Hollow Sports Complex will host NCAA softball in February and March.
January 14, 2021
Leesburg announces new all-way stop intersections on Pine Street
New all-way stop intersections installed on Pine Street
January 11, 2021
Leesburg offices will close for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday
Leesburg offices will be closed on Monday, January 18th in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
January 07, 2021
Leesburg Customer Service Department will close to walk-in traffic
The Customer Service Department at Leesburg City Hall will close to walk-in traffic effective Monday, January 11th.
December 16, 2020
Leesburg offices and facilities to close for Christmas and New Year's holidays
Leesburg government offices and facilities will be closed Dec. 24 & 25 for Christmas and Jan. 1 for New Year's Day.
December 01, 2020
Groundbreaking scheduled for Leesburg wastewater facility project
Groundbreaking for the expansion project for Leesburg's Turnpike WWT Plant is scheduled for Dec. 3rd at 10:00am.
November 24, 2020
Celebrate the holidays in Leesburg
Leesburg begins the holiday season this week with the first of many events.
November 05, 2020
Leesburg offices will close for Veterans Day
City of Leesburg offices will close in observance of Veterans Day.
October 21, 2020
Groundbreaking slated for aquatic center
Aquatic Center groundbreaking set for Friday, October 30th.
October 06, 2020
Leesburg encourages water conservation with rebate program
Leesburg has launched a Water Conservation Incentive Program.
September 10, 2020
Leesburg Parks & Recreation receives Excellence in Sports Tourism award
Our Parks & Recreation Dept. received the "Excellence in Sports Tourism, Small Market" award from FRPA on Sept. 2nd.
September 02, 2020
City of Leesburg offices will close for Labor Day
City of Leesburg offices and facilities will close on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
August 28, 2020
PUBLIC NOTICE - Rebuild Florida General Infrastructure Program
The City of Leesburg anticipates applying for Rebuild Florida General Infrastructure Program funding.
August 06, 2020
Leesburg receives budget award for 22nd consecutive year
The City of Leesburg received the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 22nd consecutive year.
July 01, 2020
"FLW Fishing" show will feature Leesburg tournament
The July 10th episode of "FLW Fishing" will feature a tournament staged at Ski Beach
June 26, 2020
Leesburg Provides Funding for Utility Payment Assistance
Leesburg has increased funding to the CURE program to assist utility customers experiencing financial difficulties
June 24, 2020
Leesburg Electric continues rate relief for customers
Leesburg Electric extends fuel savings reduction for all customers through July.
June 24, 2020
City of Leesburg July 4th holiday closings
City of Leesburg offices and facilities will be closed July 3rd in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
June 11, 2020
City of Leesburg Public Notices of Application for Rebuild Florida Critical Facility Hardening Program Funding
The City of Leesburg is anticipating applying for funding for city facilities.
June 03, 2020
Leesburg offers coronavirus payment plan for utility customers
The City of Leesburg is offering a special payment plan for utility customers affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
June 02, 2020
June 8 City Commission meeting will be held at the Venetian Center
The June 8, 2020 regular meeting of the Leesburg City Commission will be held at the Venetian Center
May 29, 2020
Leesburg will begin reopening facilities in June
Leesburg will begin reopening some facilities in June
May 18, 2020
City of Leesburg offices will close for Memorial Day
City of Leesburg offices will close on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
May 01, 2020
City of Leesburg Facility Closings Update - May 1st
City of Leesburg facility closings update
April 13, 2020
Public Hearing Notice - TEFRA Alachua County Health Facilities Authority
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - TEFRA Alachua County Health Facilities Authority
April 10, 2020
City website offer information and fun activities
City website offers information and fun activities
April 09, 2020
Leesburg City Commission to hold virtual meetings
Leesburg City Commission to hold virtual meetings
April 06, 2020
Leesburg Electric provides rate relief to all utility customers
Leesburg Electric provides rate relief to all utility customers
April 02, 2020
Measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to public works and utility workers
Please follow these steps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to city workers
April 01, 2020
Some City facilities to close effective April 2nd
City facilities will close in response to Governor's order
March 18, 2020
Leesburg declares State of Emergency - Updated closings and cancellations
Leesburg declared a State of Emergency effective March 18, 2020. List of closings/cancellations has been updated.
March 17, 2020
Leesburg modifies customer service operations
Leesburg Customer Service Department has adjusted operations to promote social distancing based on CDC recommendations.
March 16, 2020
Code Enforcement & Planning Commission Meetings Postponed
The March 17th Code Enforcement and March 19th Planning Commission meetings have been postponed.
March 15, 2020
AARP tax assistance program suspended
The AARP tax assistance program at Leesburg Public Library has been suspended effective immediately.
March 13, 2020
Leesburg closings related to COVID-19
City facilities will close in a precautionary measure to help curb the spread of COVID -19.
March 09, 2020
Student art exhibit coming to Leesburg Public Library
The Leesburg Public Library will be hosting a student art exhibit from March 23-April 2.
March 06, 2020
AARP offers free tax help at Leesburg Public Library
AARP is offering free tax help at the Leesburg Public Library through April 15th.
March 04, 2020
Leesburg library to hold Literary Arts Festival
The Leesburg Public Library will hold the 7th annual Literary Arts Festival on March 14 & 15.
February 21, 2020
Fire Assessment Fee Hardship Assistance Applications Due May 1st
Applications for exemption from the City's fire protection assessment fee are due by May 1, 2020.
February 13, 2020
Leesburg firefighters receive Life Saving Award
Two Leesburg firefighters were recognized by Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children with the 2019 Life Saving Award.
January 31, 2020
Leesburg celebrates installation of wheelchair swing at Kids Korner
City of Leesburg will hold a ribbon cutting for a wheelchair accessible at Kids Korner on February 3rd at 3:00pm
January 17, 2020
New 4-way stops in downtown area
The Public Works department is converting two downtown intersections to four-way stops this month.
January 13, 2020
City of Leesburg will close offices/facilities for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
City of Leesburg offices will be closed on Monday, January 20 for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
January 03, 2020
City of Leesburg to host meeting for Safe Routes to School grant
A public meeting for the Safe Routes to School grant will be held on January 7th at 6pm at Faith Community Church.
December 16, 2019
City of Leesburg will close offices and facilities for Christmas and New Year's observance
City facilities will be closed Dec. 24th and 25th and Jan. 1st in observance of the Christmas and New Year's holidays.
November 19, 2019
City of Leesburg will close offices and facilities for Thanksgiving holiday
City of Leesburg offices and facilities will be closed November 28-29 for Thanksgiving holiday observance.
November 04, 2019
Veterans Memorial Park walkway will honor Don Van Beck
November 03, 2019
Hot Air Ballon Festival at Ski Beach
Hot air balloon festival coming to Ski Beach Nov. 8-10. Ski Beach, including boat ramps, will be closed.
November 01, 2019
City of Leesburg offices will close for Veterans Day
City of Leesburg offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
November 01, 2019
City of Leesburg plans grand opening of Venetian Center
The City of Leesburg will hold an open house for the new Venetian Center on Tuesday, November 12th from 3:00pm-5:00pm
October 31, 2019
Leesburg to hold GIS Day events for students
Leesburg GIS and Library staff will hold GIS Day activities for students at the Leesburg Public Library on November 13th
October 01, 2019
Leesburg Current Newsletter October - December 2019
Leesburg Current Newsletter October - December 2019
September 27, 2019
Volunteers needed for Leesburg community cleanup
The city of Leesburg is looking for volunteers to join our community cleanup on October 5th.
September 05, 2019
Leesburg seeking volunteers to fill board vacancies
The City of Leesburg is seeking volunteers to fill vacancies on several boards.
August 22, 2019
Leesburg offices will close for Labor Day
City of Leesburg offices will close for the Labor Day holiday
August 08, 2019
Leesburg receives budget award
Leesburg receives budget award for twenty-first consecutive year
July 18, 2019
Leesburg is seeking citizens to fill board vacancies
The City of Leesburg is seeking residents to fill several board vacancies.
June 26, 2019
Leesburg Welcomes New Electric Director
Leesburg's new Electric Director, Mr. Brad Chase, will start work on August 5th.
June 21, 2019
Leesburg Improves Credit Scores with Good Financial Management
Leesburg continues to improve its bond credit ratings through strong
financial management.
financial management.
May 30, 2019
Leesburg Water Plant Receives Award
Leesburg's Water Department received the "Most Improved Water Treatment Plant" award from AWWA
May 28, 2019
Leesburg Electric Department Receives National Commendations
Leesburg Electric Department has received four commendations from the American Public Power Association
May 20, 2019
Leesburg offices will close for Memorial Day
City of Leesburg offices will be closed on Monday, May 27th, in observance of Memorial Day
May 01, 2019
Leesburg offers water conservation assistance
Leesburg Water Conservation Coordinator helps customers and the environment
April 19, 2019
City of Leesburg offices to close during Bikefest
Some city of Leesburg offices/facilities will close during Bikefest
April 15, 2019
Downtown Leesburg Gearing Up for Bikefest
Downtown Leesburg Gearing Up for Bikefest -
Expect traffic delays starting this weekend
Expect traffic delays starting this weekend