During public-body comments on Nov. 13 a District 7 Shelby County board member delivered a public apology for earlier actions that interrupted the dive team’s operations and contributed uncertainty for rescue personnel. The board member described negotiations with other leaders and county officials that led to restored oversight and documentation for the dive team and thanked colleagues and outside lawmakers for help.

The board member said a now-resolved "stand down" order had been used in a manner that caused division and stress, acknowledged personal responsibility and apologized to the dive-team members and rescue-squad personnel. The speaker also said Senator McClure assisted in drafting and passing a bill to protect the county’s rescue squad and thanked community and board members for their assistance.

In closing remarks the member stated: "Please accept my resignation to District 7 of the Shelby County Board effective tomorrow, November 14." The board recorded the resignation during public comment; the member also reflected on lessons learned and signaled intent to continue serving locally in other capacities.

Provenance: Public-body comment and resignation (topic intro SEG 2888 — topic finish SEG 2993).

Ending: The resignation takes effect Nov. 14; the board and staff will follow procedural steps to fill or address the vacancy in District 7.