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Read. Follow. Verify.Appointment of Stephen C. Swann to the Environmental Protection Board
Record date · December 9, 2025
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What This Bill Does
The City Council has officially appointed Stephen C. Swann, a Duval County resident, to serve on the Environmental Protection Board. He replaces Thomas Deck as the representative for the affected industry and will serve a full term ending September 30, 2029.
This appointment changes the composition of the board responsible for local environmental oversight by replacing the industry representative for a term lasting until September 2029.
Who It Affects
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Stephen C. Swann
He is appointed to serve on the Environmental Protection Board.
Thomas Deck
He is being replaced as the industry representative on the board.
Environmental Protection Board
The board's membership composition is changed by this appointment.
Key Facts
- Stephen C. Swann was appointed as a member of the Environmental Protection Board.
- The appointment fills the seat previously held by Thomas Deck.
- Stephen C. Swann serves as the 'Affected Industry Rep' on the board.
- The term expires on September 30, 2029.
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- The appointment is made pursuant to Section 73.101 of the Ordinance Code.
- The resolution was introduced by Council President Carrico.
- The City Council approved the appointment with an 18-0 vote on December 9, 2025.
- The committee approved the appointment with a 7-0 vote on December 1, 2025.
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The appointment follows a standard legislative process for replacing board members upon term expiration.
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