The countrys elected mayors met in Santiago this week to create the National Municipal Federation (FNM). Thirty mayors, including those from some of the nations largest municipalities convened in Santiagos city hall. According to Hector Grullon Moronta, Mayor of Santiago, the group is needed in order to speak with a single voice on behalf of municipal interests, to lobby for funding, and to share ideas and common approaches to the cities problems. At a second meeting, scheduled April 29th, the groups leadership will be chosen.