Map - Floresta Azul (Floresta Azul)

Floresta Azul is a municipality in the state of Bahia in the North-East region of Brazil. The estimated population in 2020 of this quaint municipality is 10,575 residents.

Declaration of Incorporation to the Brazilian State

" The Municipality of Floresta Azul assumes an indissoluble union with the State of Bahia and the Federative Republic of Brazil, constituted within the democratic State of law, within the sphere of local government, aiming, in its territorial area and with potential, its broad development, building a free, just and solidary community based on: Autonomy, Citizenship, Dignity of the Human Person, In the values of Work and Free Initiative, in Political pluralism. All power emanates from the People and in their name is exercised by their elected representatives or directly represented under the terms of the Organic Law, the State Constitution and the Federal Constitution. "

Leadership

The first elected mayor of Floresta Azul was Themistocles Matos, or "Teta" Matos as he preferred to be called. Matos served as mayor from 1963 to 1966. Prior to his election, Matos administered the region for nearly 12 years and played a crucial role in developing the young town. By petioning to have the town incorporated into the nation and recognized by the state, the administration of Floresta Azul became eligible to receive state and federal sponsorship for public service initiatives. You will find multiple streets, schools, and churches named after his family and other members of governance.

When it was time to pass the torch, Abidias Pedro dos Santos assumed office from 1967 to 1970. Santos was well known in the region, as he also simultaneously served as the mayor to the neighboring city, Itabuna.

Raimundo Silva Cardoso served one of the longest official terms in Floresta Azul, holding office in: 1971-1972, 1977-1982 and 1997-2000. In his near 13 years in office, Cardoso is remembered for his charm and efforts to develop the neighborhood of "Coquinhos" - a neighborhood that was historically economically depressed.

Marcelino Guilherme Santana served in office from 1973 to 1976, and is most noted for the creation of Manuel Saturnino Square. This square, named after a popular good samaritan in the community. This square sits at the heart of the town, and is a common place for lovers to stroll and children to play in.

Zely Teixeira de Carvalho also served between the reign of Raimundo Silva Cardoso, between the years of 1983 to 1988. Carvalho was known as "Mineirao", which is a demonym for someone who is from the state of Minas Gerais. Given his popularity - he beat his opponents by a landslide during elections. However, his 6 year mandate was cut short when a tragic accident took his life. He was succeeded by Antonio "Goiaba" Jose do Rosario. Antonio Jose do Rosario served from 1986 to 1988 and was previously the Vice Mayor of Zely Teixeira de Carvalho. His administration is noted for living in the shadow of his predecessors memory.

In 1988, Floresta Azul elected its first female mayor. Liete Carvalho Farias served in office from 1989 to 1992. Her presence in office was a stride for gender progress in the small town.