A significant shift in leadership has occurred. Changes were made after an election resulted in a new commissioner and the re-election of two incumbents. The commission's majority has changed, leading to new decisions being made.

Details of the changes include the appointment of a new mayor and the removal of the city manager. These actions were taken quickly, following the election. Further information about these developments is available from the source, WPTV, which reported on the events in the City of Stuart.