Commissioner Stan McClain, whose district includes the majority of The Villages in Marion County, has been chosen as chairman of the Marion County Commission.
McClain, a resident of Pedro, is serving his third term on the Board of County Commissioners; this is his third time serving as chair.
Commissioner Kathy Bryant will take the vice chair seat.
As chairman, McClain will manage board meetings, public hearings and workshops. He will also establish board priorities and serve as a board ambassador at many public events. In the absence of the chair, the vice chair will assume these responsibilities. McClain replaces Commissioner Carl Zalak as chair.
“I am eager to continue working with the board on initiatives that will protect and enhance our community’s natural assets, as well as on efforts that will underscore our county government’s fiscal diligence and commitment to partnering with our citizens, local agencies and businesses to bring more successes to our community,” McClain said.
McClain was first elected to the commission in 2004. Since joining the commission, he has served as the board liaison to the Southwest Florida and St. Johns River water management districts, among other local agencies. McClain also serves on the Hospital District Board.