SAO Investigation Leads to Arrest of Councilmember

November 14, 2023


The State Attorney’s Office (SAO) concluded its investigation surrounding allegation(s) regarding Councilmember Patty Cummings and the residency requirement(s) needed for elective office. The investigation determined the District 4 Councilmember violated several Florida laws. 

This is an ongoing legal process, and as such, there will be no further comment from City Management on this matter.

Questions concerning the investigation should be directed to the State Attorney’s Office Communications Director, Samantha Syoen, at ssyoen@SAO20.org.To view the SAO's press release, click the image below.