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Lynn Haven commission appoints David Lowry mayor after heated public debate
Summary
The Lynn Haven City Commission voted 4–0 on Jan. 19, 2026, to appoint David Lowry to fill the vacancy left by Mayor Jesse Nelson’s resignation. The decision followed extended public comment, allegations of past misconduct, and questions about transparency and Sunshine Law compliance.
The Lynn Haven City Commission voted 4–0 on Jan. 19 to appoint David Lowry as mayor to serve until the next regular election in April 2027, ending a contentious, nearly three-hour public meeting that included multiple speakers urging delay and others supporting an immediate appointment.
Dr. David Lowry told the commission he was "willing and ready to step up to the challenge" and pledged "transparency, accountability [and] sound financial management." Commissioners debated whether to appoint a sitting commissioner or an outside candidate and whether to delay the decision to solicit more applicants; several commissioners said they did not want the position themselves.…
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