Robert Apgar

Robert Apgar General Information

Biography

Mr. Robert Apgar served as Mayor at City of Deland. Robert F. "Bob" Apgar has been a resident of DeLand since 1959. He has served his community as an elected official for over 29 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. In 2014, he was reelected to his fourth term as Mayor. 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 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 of 2009, the Florida League of Cities awarded him its highest award, the E. Harris Drew Lifetime Achievement Award.