Flags at all city facilities in Tamarac were lowered to half-staff on Friday in honor of Nancy Metayer, Vice Mayor of Coral Springs, Florida, whose death earlier this month has prompted an outpouring of tributes across Broward County.
In a statement issued April 17, the City of Tamarac described Metayer as a dedicated public servant whose leadership and compassion left a lasting impact on both communities. Officials noted that Metayer previously served Tamarac before continuing her public service in Coral Springs, where she rose to the position of vice mayor.
“Vice Mayor Metayer served her community with compassion, integrity and a steadfast commitment to making a difference,” the city said. “Her leadership reflected a genuine care for others and a strong sense of purpose, leaving behind a legacy of service, strength and dedication.”
The symbolic gesture, city officials said, reflects Tamarac’s respect for Metayer’s life and service and expresses solidarity with the Coral Springs community during a period of mourning.
Metayer died on April 1, 2026. Authorities said she was fatally shot by her husband earlier this month. Her death has shocked residents and leaders across Broward County.
Metayer made history in 2020 as the first Black and Haitian-American woman elected commissioner in Coral Springs. She was re-elected in 2024 and, on December 4, 2024, was appointed vice mayor by fellow commissioners.
During her tenure, colleagues described her as a thoughtful and visionary leader committed to strengthening community ties and expanding opportunities for residents.
The City of Tamarac extended condolences to Metayer’s family, friends and colleagues, as well as all those whose lives she touched through her public service.
