2025 Annual Conference

MONROE COUNTY, FL – On Thursday, June 26, Monroe County Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Lincoln was inducted as president of the Florida Association of Counties (FAC). She was inducted at a celebration dinner hosted during FAC’s Annual Conference & Educational Exhibition in Orange County, Florida. Her daughter, Mallory Pinto, of Marathon, swore her in that evening. Monroe County Mayor Jim Scholl and Commissioners David Rice and Holly Merrill Raschein were also in Orlando for the conference, along with County Administrator Christine Hurley, Assistant Administrators Kevin Wilson and Tina Boan, and others.

Lincoln is the first representative from Monroe County to serve at this top level.

Lincoln has served on FAC’s executive committee since 2022, most recently as President-Elect. As she assumes the role of FAC President, Lincoln will lead the association by directing policy, advocacy, and administrative functions.

“This association unifies all 67 counties, each with diverse needs and perspectives, to work toward a common goal of protecting local governance,” said Lincoln. “I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the power of advocacy, collaboration, and education in connecting our counties. I’m truly honored and thankful for the opportunity to help guide us in this important work.”

In addition to her service on FAC’s executive committee, Lincoln has served on the FAC Board of Directors since 2020 and has served on numerous policy committees, such as the Water & Environmental Sustainability committee. Lincoln has also achieved the highest level of the Certified County Commissioner program, signifying hours of completed coursework focused on local government education.

“Commissioner Lincoln’s accomplishments, at the association and as a locally elected official, are a testament to the hard work and passion she brings forth every day,” said Ginger Delegal, the executive director of FAC. “I look forward to seeing her lead the association and have full confidence she will propel our mission forward with new initiatives and ideas.”

Lincoln is joined on the FAC Executive Committee by President-Elect Rene Flowers of Pinellas County, 1st Vice President Susan Adams of Indian River County, 2nd Vice President Larry Harvey of Putnam County, and Immediate Past President Terry Burroughs of Okeechobee County.

FAC is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of one county commissioner from each state senate district (40); five executive officers; six county commissioners appointed at-large with no more than three of the six from counties with population of 75,000 or more; and the past presidents of FAC.  Merrill Raschein also represents the Florida Keys on the Board.

Founded in 1929, the Florida Association of Counties has represented the diverse interests of Florida’s counties, emphasizing the importance of protecting home rule – the concept that communities and their local leaders should make the decisions that impact their community. The Florida Association of Counties helps counties effectively serve and represent Floridians by strengthening and preserving county home rule through advocacy, education and collaboration.

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