- August 11, 2026
When I decided to run for mayor, it wasn’t because I had a political background. It was because I believed local government should be accessible, transparent, and focused on the people who call Ormond Beach home.
Serving as your mayor has been one of the greatest honors of my life. Every decision I’ve made has been guided by one simple question: What is in the best interest of our residents? That principle has shaped every vote I have cast and every decision I have made.
Over the past two years, we’ve worked together to keep Ormond Beach moving in the right direction. We’ve focused on responsible budgeting, strengthening public safety, investing in stormwater improvements, and protecting the quality of life that makes our city so special. In 2025, Ormond Beach was recognized as one of the Best Places to Live in Florida by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting the hard work of our residents, businesses, city staff, and community partners. That recognition belongs to our entire community.
But our work is far from finished.
Many of the developments our city will see in the coming years, including Ormond Crossings, were approved long before I took office. While those decisions cannot be undone, we can decide how we manage their impact. Ormond Beach needs leadership committed to protecting our quality of life by investing in infrastructure, addressing traffic and stormwater concerns, preserving our neighborhoods, and ensuring future growth is managed responsibly. My goal is to minimize the impacts of past decisions while making thoughtful choices for the future.
Throughout my time as mayor, I have remained accessible, listened to residents, and stayed independent—not controlled by special interests or outside influences. I believe leadership means listening first, being transparent, and making decisions based on what is best for the community as a whole, even when those decisions are difficult.
I’m asking for the opportunity to continue serving as your mayor because I believe we’ve built positive momentum, but there is still important work ahead. Together, we can continue protecting what makes Ormond Beach special, preserving the values that brought so many of us here, and building an even stronger future for generations to come.
Thank you for your trust, your engagement, and the privilege of serving as your Mayor. I hope to earn your support for another term.
Jason Leslie
Mayor, Ormond Beach
