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Shelly Edmonson sworn in as Flagler County tax collector
Summary
Shelly Edmonson took the oath of office at a public ceremony in Flagler County where Judge Andrea Totten administered the oath, local officials were recognized and Edmonson pledged to prioritize efficient, transparent service and staff updates.
Shelly Edmonson was sworn in as Flagler County tax collector at a public ceremony in Flagler County, where Judge Andrea Totten administered the oath and local elected officials and staff were recognized.
Edmonson, the newly sworn Flagler County tax collector, opened her remarks saying, "It's an honor to stand, before you today filled with gratitude and humility as I take the oath of office as your next Flagler County tax collector." She told the audience she intends to focus on "integrity, dedication, and transparency" and pledged to pursue improvements in service and efficiency as the county grows.
Judge Andrea Totten administered the oath, during which Edmonson repeated the pledge to support and defend the constitutions of the United States and the State of Florida and to "well and faithfully perform the duties of Flagler County tax collector." The ceremony included a pledge of allegiance led by Edmonson's children, Dalton and Levi, and a roll call of elected officials in attendance.
Officials and guests recognized during the ceremony included Suzanne Johnston (Flagler County tax collector), District 2 County Commissioner Greg Hansen, Flagler Beach Chief of Police Matt Downey, Bunnell Mayor Catherine Robinson, Bunnell Commissioner Pete Young, Sheriff’s representatives Debbie Staley and Mark Stoberg, County Commissioners Kim Carney, Pam Richardson and Andy Dance (District 1 and current chair), County Administrator Heidi Petito, Deputy County Administrator Jorge Salinas, Volusia County’s Will Roberts, School Board member Lauren Ramirez, former County Commissioner George Hans, and city officials from Bunnell, among others.
Edmonson told the audience that with the county's rapid growth "the demand for tax collector services will continue to rise" and said her office will seek to "innovate and adapt to these evolving needs" while keeping core values constant. She thanked family, supporters, and staff and asked staff to see Renee before leaving to receive new badges and access cards because the old badges "won't work." The gathering concluded with light refreshments noted during the event.
The swearing-in was ceremonial; no formal county vote or ordinance was recorded during the event. Edmonson said she looks forward to working with staff and local partners to implement service improvements during her first term.
