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West Melbourne council elects Alexis McGuire deputy mayor, approves routine appointments and 2026 schedule
Summary
Council selected Alexis McGuire as deputy mayor by council ballot, approved the consent agenda and multiple advisory-board reappointments, and adopted the 2026 council meeting schedule (with the January 6 meeting removed).
At the start of the meeting councilmembers filled several internal housekeeping items. In a closed ballot process for deputy mayor per the city charter, Alexis McGuire won a runoff against Diana Adams with four votes and was congratulated by the mayor and colleagues.
Council approved the consent agenda and minutes by voice vote, 7-0. Later the council accepted multiple annual reports and reappointments across advisory boards — including the Board of Adjustment, Business Advisory Board, Code Enforcement, Parks and Recreation, Planning and Zoning, and the Police Officers' Retirement Board — and approved appointing liaison assignments as presented. Council directed staff to check the Business Advisory Board about possibly reducing membership due to recurring vacancies and to continue outreach to new businesses.
Council adopted the 2026 meeting schedule by resolution, removing the January 6 meeting given packet/holiday timing; the motion carried 7-0. The council also discussed the Youth Advisory Board eligibility policy for members turning 18; the council signaled consensus that members who apply within the age range may be allowed to finish the school year or continue while enrolled in school, and asked staff and the city attorney to formalize policy language.
The mayor closed the meeting with community announcements and reminders about the tree-lighting event and upcoming Florida League conferences.
