- April 20, 2024
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Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce CEO and President Debbie Cotton and Dwight Selby and his wife, Sheryl, chat at the reception. Photo by Wayne Grant
Mayor Bill Partington chats with teen entrepreneur Joseph Cofer, of Schmancy Popsicles. Photo by Wayne Grant
Mayor Bill Partington takes the oath of office. Photo by Wayne Grant
Former State Representative and Mayor Fred Costello congratulates Rob Littleton. Photo by Wayne Grant
Dwight Selby, Troy Kent, Rick Boehm and Rob Littleton take the oath of office. Photo by Wayne Grant
There was palpable excitement and high spirits as the new City Commission met for the first time in their organizational meeting Nov. 15. The nearly-full chamber had many family members and friends, and each of the commissioners thanked them for their support over the years.
The City Commission has been unchanged for the last three terms, a total of six years. Now, Bill Partington has moved into the mayor position, Dwight Selby is in the Zone 1 seat and Rob Littleton represents Zone. 4. Returning are Troy Kent in Zone 2 and Rick Boehm in Zone 3.
Mayor Partington pointed out that he, Kent and Boehm have a combined 32 years of experience on the commission. He said with the combination of experience and new ideas, Ormond Beach will be in “fantastic” shape.
“I look forward to Commissioners Selby and Littleton providing a fresh look — a new approach and new ideas.”
Kent, who was elected deputy mayor at the meeting, said change is always exciting.
“A great two years is in store for the city of Ormond Beach,” he said.
Littleton said being elected commissioner was the greatest honor he has received in his life.
Selby said he was extremely humbled by the support he received from the community.
“I realize that I have a lot to learn,” he said.
Boehm said he is now the oldest member of the City Commission, now that Ed Kelley has gone to assume to role of County Chair. He said Kelley had big shoes to fill when he replaced former Mayor Fred Costello, and Partington has big shoes to fill in replacing Kelley, but he is sure Partington will do a great job.
At a reception before the meeting, Harold Briley, who lost the race for Zone 4, said he plans to stay involved with the city and hopes to continue on the Ormond MainStreet Board and the Planning Board.
“Wherever they need me, I’ll be there,” he said. He also wanted to thank all of his supporters in the race.
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“A great two years is in store for the city of Ormond Beach.”
TROY KENT, city commissioner
THE NUMBERS
Three commissioners have a total of 32 years of experience on the commission.
