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River Ridge Board appoints longtime resident Keith Merrill to vacant Seat 1
Summary
The River Ridge CDD Board unanimously appointed Keith Merrill to fill the unexpired Seat 1 term through November 2026; Mrs. Adams administered the Oath of Office and staff reviewed ethics and public‑records obligations for the new supervisor.
The River Ridge Community Development District Board unanimously approved the appointment of Keith Merrill to fill the previously vacant Seat 1, whose term expires in November 2026. The motion was made by Bob Schultz and seconded by Robert Twombly and carried with all in favor.
Mrs. Adams, a notary, administered the Oath of Office to Merrill immediately after the appointment. District Counsel Tony Pires and Mrs. Adams reviewed required ethics training, Sample Form 1 and instructions, Form 8B disclosure requirements, the Sunshine Law and public‑records obligations, and guidelines on use of CDD email and avoiding conflicts of interest.
Board members who discussed candidates emphasized community experience and prior HOA service as relevant qualifications. Mr. Schultz noted Merrill’s long residence in Pelican Sound and contributions on several HOA boards; Mr. Schultz thanked Kevin Ofenloch for his willingness to serve after the Board declined to nominate him.
Next procedural steps include filing the required disclosures and completing any scheduled ethics training. The Board then proceeded to consider officer elections and other agenda business.
