St. Augustine Mayor Nancy Shaver recovering after suffering a stroke

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — St. Augustine Mayor Nancy Shaver is recovering after she had a stroke Monday night, city officials say.

Shaver had a stroke after the St. Augustine City Commission meeting while still at City Hall, according to City of St. Augustine Public Information Coordinator Melissa Wissel.

Wissel said city staff that was still present following the meeting called 911 and helped the mayor.

Shaver was first taken to Flagler Hospital and then transferred to Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, where she was resting and recovering well on Tuesday afternoon.

Shaver’s family thanks the community for its outpouring of well wishes for her full recovery, and asks that flowers, cards or sentiments be held until she returns home.

Shaver posted on Facebook Tuesday evening:

"Sometimes City Commission meetings just surprise you! Last night after our meeting I wound up experiencing a stroke. Sincere thanks to city staff, our police and fire fighters, Flagler Hospital, an incredible helicopter pilot, and an amazing team at Baptist Medical Center. My family and I are very grateful for everyone’s concern and support!"

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