LEON COUNTY, Fla. (WTXL) - Former commissioner Jane G. Sauls has passed away, according to Leon County officials.
They say Sauls passed away on Valentine's Day.
"Today, our thoughts and prayers are with Commissioner Sauls' family and friends, as well as the many citizens she touched in her long career of public service," said Leon County Commission Chairman Nick Maddox.
Sauls was first elected to the Leon County Board of County Commissioners in 1996, Sauls was central to such key County projects as the Fort Braden Branch Library, Fort Braden Community Center, Woodville Branch Library, and the Public Safety Complex.
"For five consecutive terms, Commissioner Sauls served the citizens of District 2 and accomplished so much," said Maddox. "When she served on the Board, she was a symbol of steadfastness and commitment to our community. She will forever be an inspiration for elected officials and public servants everywhere.”
Sauls served as a county commissioner for district 2 for 20 years and was succeeded by Jimbo Jackson.
County officials say Saul was a "lifelong public servant" and gave more than 50 years of service to the community.
Thursday afternoon, county officials say they will unveil a new playground at Fort Braden Community Park.
