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 Robert “Bob” Apgar has been a resident of DeLand since 1959. He has served his community as an elected official for over 22 years. He is a shining example of leadership, citizen involvement,
community spirit, and civic responsibility.
Bob Apgar’s service as a City Commissioner began in May of 1983 when he served two 4-year terms. He was elected again as City Commissioner in October of 1996 and served until June of 2001 when he resigned his position to run for Mayor. He was elected as Mayor in October of 2001 and then reelected in 2005 and 2010 without opposition.
During Bob Apgar’s tenure as Mayor, the City of DeLand has endured the most difficult issues a growing city can face, including numerous complex land development issues, a changing workforce, changes in the makeup of the community, and most recently balancing a city budget with diminishing revenue while trying to limit any loss of city services. Those who have worked with the Mayor in dealing with these difficult issues would describe him as a man of integrity, as his actions are always honest and straightforward. He adheres to the highest ethical standards. For these reasons, he has strong creditability with citizens and other elected officials in Volusia County and the state. In August 2009, the Florida League of Cities awarded him with its highest award, the E. Harris Drew Lifetime Achievement Award.
Education
Bob Apgar is a 1965 graduate of DeLand High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Davidson College, Davidson, North Carolina in 1969. He earned his law degree at the University of Florida College of Law in 1971.
Government Experience
- City Commissioner – 13 years as a City Commissioner and 9 years as Mayor
- Chairman and Past Vice Chair and Secretary – Volusia Council of Governments (VCOG)
- Chairman – Airport Noise Abatement for VCOG
- Past Chairman, Vice Chairman and Secretary – Volusia League of Cities
- Chairman – Volusia Tax Reform Committee for VCOG
- VCOG Smart Growth Committee Member
- Past Chairman and Vice Chairman – Water Authority of Volusia (WAV)
- Florida League of Cities Board Member
- Florida League of Mayors Board Member
- Chairman – Spring Hill Community CRA Member
- Chairman – Downtown CRA Board Member
- Past Chairman – Volusia County MPO
Military Service and Employment
- U.S. Army JAG Corps – 1972-1976
- Apgar & Gillen, P.A. Attorneys – 1976-1989
- Brandywine Enterprises Inc. – Vice President – 1989-1990
- Consolidated Tomoka Land Co. – Sr. Vice President/Gen Counsel – Dec. 1990 - Dec. 2009
- Certified Circuit Civil Mediator -2010
Community Involvement
- DeLand Breakfast Rotary
- DeLand Area Chamber of Commerce
- First Presbyterian Church
- Stetson University Hatter Boosters
- Good Samaritan Retirement Center Advisory Board
- Emergency Medical Foundation, Inc. (EVAC) Board
- College Arms Tower -Board of Directors
- DeLand Sports Redevelopment Association
- United Way of Volusia County
- Volunteer Baseball Coach
- DeLand High School Football Chain Gang
- Bulldog Boosters
Awards/Honors Received
- 2010 – Champion of Youth Activities Award -DeLand Kiwanis
- 2009 – E. Harris Drew Lifetime Achievement Award – Florida League of Cities
- 2007 – Elected Official of the Year – Volusia League of Cities
- 2003 – West Volusia Sportsperson of the Year
- 2002 – Golden Eagle Honoree (Boy Scouts)
- 2001 – West Volusia Citizen of the Year
- 1983 – DeLand Jaycees Outstanding Young Man
Personal
Bob Apgar has been a resident of DeLand for 50 years. He is married to Teresa Apgar and they have three children and five grandchildren. In his spare time he enjoys reading, golf, traveling, watching sports and just being a grandparent.
Under Mayor Apgar’s leadership, the City has gained a reputation throughout the state as a quality City that strives to be innovative and successful. He has helped to ensure DeLand maintains its small town charm while achieving Henry DeLand’s vision for DeLand as the “Athens of Florida.”
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