MILTON — Santa Rosa County Commissioner Rob Williamson is the latest recipient of the Florida Association of Counties’ Presidential Advocacy Award. Florida county commissioners who have shown exceptional leadership in partnering with FAC to advance the counties' legislative agenda are eligible for the honor.
"Commissioner Williamson's willingness to advocate for counties was not only essential to the success of FAC's legislative efforts, but it was also of great service to the citizens of Santa Rosa County," FAC Executive Director Scott Shalley said. "The commissioner's advocacy was invaluable in helping ensure that local governments are provided the flexibility and tools they need to meet the needs of Florida's citizens."
"Santa Rosa County — and counties around the state — were the big winners following this legislation session. This award is the result of a team effort, and I'm honored to be a part of that team," Williamson said.
Williamson was selected for the Florida Counties Foundation board of directors; elected to the FAC board of directors representing Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties; and appointed by incoming FAC President Kathy Bryant to serve as the Public Safety Policy Committee’s vice chair.
The District 4 commissioner was also recently selected to fill the Santa Rosa Board of County Commissioners’ vice chairman position. The seat became available following the resignation of Jayer Williamson of District 1.
Commissioner Rob Williamson will oversee committee roles previously held by Jayer Williamson. The chairmanship is traditionally rotated among the commissioners each year in November.
This article originally appeared on Santa Rosa Press Gazette: Commissioner Rob Williamson receives Presidential Advocacy Award