PALM COAST, Fla. — Palm Coast City announces the resignation of Council member Ray Stevens from the Palm Coast City Council.
According to a release from Palm Coast City, acting manager Ray Stevens has filed an immediate resignation for health reasons, ending his one-year tenure.
It is with great regret that I find it necessary to resign my position as City Council member of Palm Coast City Council District 3 effective today February 28th, 2025.
This decision has been difficult, as it has been an honor to serve our community and to the important work we have undertaken together, however I have made the decision to resign due to my health.
I want to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to serve on the City Council and for the support I have received during my time here.
Thank you once again for the trust and confidence you have placed in me.
— Raymond Stevens, letter to Acting City Manager Lauren Johnson (excerpt)
The city council has discussed the process for filling the District 3 seat. The Palm Coast City Council is seeking applicants from District 3 residents to fill the vacant City Council seat following the resignation.
According to the release, whoever is appointed will serve until the general election in 2026, when voters will choose a candidate to serve the remainder of the term through 2028.
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