Burlington, IA- The City of Burlington is now accepting submissions for the annual “If I Were Mayor” Essay Contest.
This contest challenges local 7th graders to answer that question in a one-page essay. The essays are judged based on creativity, clarity, sincerity of thought, and proper use of grammar.
The local winner will have a chance to represent Burlington in the statewide contest, hosted by the Iowa League of Cities.
Essays must be submitted by Monday, December 4th. Essays can be submitted on the city’s website here.
