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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY of MONROE Mayor James K.Scholl,District 3
The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Lincoln,District 2
Craig Cates,District 1
David Rice,District 4
Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
July 16, 2025
Agenda Item Number: B1
2023-4260
BULK ITEM: No DEPARTMENT: Commissioners Aid
TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: Kacey Hunt
9:15am
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Recognition of Commissioner Lincoln as the newly inducted
president of the Florida Association of Counties (FAC), as presented by FAC Executive Director,
Ginger Delegal.
ITEM BACKGROUND:
On Thursday, June 26, Monroe County Commissioner Michelle Lincoln was inducted as president of
the Florida Association of Counties (FAC). She was inducted at a celebration dinner hosted during
FAC's Annual Conference& Educational Exhibition in Orange County, Florida.
Commissioner Lincoln has served on FAC's executive committee since 2022, most recently as
President-Elect. As she assumes the role of FAC President, Lincoln will lead the association by
directing policy, advocacy and administrative functions.
"This association unifies a1167 counties, each with diverse needs and perspectives, to work toward a
common goal of protecting local governance" shares Commissioner Lincoln. "Throughout my time
with FAC, I've developed a deep appreciation for the power of advocacy, collaboration, and education
in connecting our counties. I'm truly honored and thankful for the opportunity to help guide us in this
important work."
In addition to her service on FAC's executive committee, Lincoln has served on the FAC Board of
Directors since 2020 and has served on numerous policy committees such as the Water&
Environmental Sustainability committee. Lincoln has also achieved the highest level of the Certified
County Commissioner program, signifying hours of completed coursework focused on local
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government education.
"Commissioner Lincoln's accomplishments, at the association and as a locally elected official, are a
testament to the hard work and passion she brings forth every day" shares Ginger Delegal, the executive
director of FAC. "I look forward to seeing her lead the association and have full confidence she will
propel our mission forward with new initiatives and ideas."
Lincoln is joined on the FAC Executive Committee by President-Elect Rene Flowers of Pinellas
County, 1 st Vice President Susan Adams of Indian River County, 2nd Vice President Larry Harvey of
Putnam County, and Immediate Past President Terry Burroughs of Okeechobee County.
The Association is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of one county commissioner from each
state senate district (40); five executive officers; six county commissioners appointed at-large with no
more than three of the six from counties with population of 75,000 or more; and the past presidents of
FAC.
Founded in 1929, the Florida Association of Counties has represented the diverse interests of Florida's
counties, emphasizing the importance of protecting home rule—the concept that communities and their
local leaders should make the decisions that impact their community. The Florida Association of
Counties helps counties effectively serve and represent Floridians by strengthening and preserving
county home rule through advocacy, education and collaboration.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
INSURANCE REQUIRED:
No
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION: none
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