Coral Springs Commissioner Roy Gold does not hide the fact that the city’s teen political forum is one of his favorite events.

“It is a great opportunity to reach out to the high school population in the community,” Gold said. “This is a chance to let them know that elected officials are normal people; that they can become one if they want to. It’s nice to have young people working for the community."

On March 5 at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, Gold will get another chance to be in the hot seat along with other elected city and state elected officials at the second edition of the event. Like they did last year, they will attempt to answer questions thrown at them by high school students who live in the city or who attend local high schools, public or private.

“This is a city event but it is student-driven,” Gold said. “I want them to have a sense of belonging. It’s awesome working with the students. They are very qualified, talented, and capable people.”

The event will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. March 5 at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive. Call 954-344-1005.