Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer tragically passed away on April 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, compassion, leadership, and purpose.
Nancy made history as the first Black and Haitian American female Commissioner elected in Coral Springs, first elected in 2020 and re-elected in 2024. On December 4, 2024, she was appointed by her fellow Commissioners to serve as Vice Mayor, a role she carried with grace, vision, and a deep commitment to community.
Nancy’s life was defined by her passion for public service, environmental stewardship, inclusion, and advocacy for others. Her professional and personal mission was rooted in making sure people felt seen, heard, and valued. She believed deeply in creating a community where everyone had a seat at the table and where every voice mattered.
Before serving on the Coral Springs City Commission, Nancy led environmental justice efforts across the state of Florida, working to strengthen community resilience and improve environmental conditions. As an Environmental Scientist and former member of the Broward County Soil and Water Conservation District, she devoted her career to advancing water quality, sanitation, public health, and disaster response, including efforts tied to Hurricanes Irma, Michael, and Dorian.
Nancy envisioned Coral Springs as a city that would lead through sustainability, resilience, innovation, and inclusion. She championed initiatives that supported environmental responsibility, small businesses, community empowerment, and opportunities for future generations. Her work consistently reflected her belief that leadership should be rooted in service, stewardship, and lifting others up.
Throughout her tenure, Nancy served as liaison to numerous boards and committees, including the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Charter School Advisory Board, Environmental Sustainability Committee, Multicultural Advisory Committee, Broward League of Cities, and the Broward County Climate Change Task Force. She also served on the Utilities, Natural Resources, and Public Works Committee for the Florida League of Cities and on the Board of Directors for ICLEI USA, an organization dedicated to sustainable development.
Nancy earned a Bachelor of Science from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and a Master of Health Science from Johns Hopkins University. Her impact was recognized through numerous honors, including Top 20 Under 40 by the Haitian American Chamber of Commerce, the United Nations Clean Water Advocacy Award, and induction into the CLEO Institute Leadership Circle. She also served as an Executive Board Member for Avanse Ansanm and Friends of the Earth.
While titles and accomplishments tell part of her story, they do not fully capture who Nancy was to so many, a bright light, a force for good, and a leader who made space for others.
Those who wish to honor Nancy’s memory are encouraged to do so by embodying the values she lived every day: champion sustainability, lead with inclusion, serve with compassion, and always make room for others to have a seat at the table. That is how her legacy will continue to live on.