Nancy Metayer Bowen is a distinguished public servant and the first Black and Haitian American female Commissioner of Coral Springs. Metayer Bowen was elected in 2020 and re-elected in 2024. On December 4, 2024, Metayer Bowen was appointed to serve as Vice Mayor by her fellow Commissioners. Metayer Bowen's dedication to public service spans a notable career addressing a wide range of issues, from environmental advocacy to disaster relief. Before her role on the Coral Springs City Commission, she led environmental justice efforts across the state of Florida, focusing on enhancing community resilience. Her political journey began in high school, where she served as here school's President of the Student Government Association As an Environmental Scientist, and former member of the Broward County Soil and Water Conservation District, Metayer Bowen has applied her strategic expertise across various government agencies and nonprofit organizations. Her work has been instrumental in addressing water crises and responding to major natural disasters, including Hurricanes Irma, Michael, and Dorian. Her commitment to improving environmental conditions, water quality, sanitation, and public health is reflected in her extensive professional experience. Metayer Bowen's vision for Coral Springs includes making the city a leader in sustainability and resilience. She is dedicated to supporting small businesses and exploring opportunities in solar manufacturing, technology hubs, and other community industries. Guided by core values of community service, philanthropy, and stewardship, she seeks to amplify the voices of all community members and work towards a better future for Coral Springs. In addition to her role as Vice Mayor, Metayer Bowen serves as a Commission Liaison to several committees, including the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Charter School Advisory Board, Environmental Sustainability Committee, Multicultural Advisory Committee, Broward League of Cities, and the Broward County Climate Change Task Force. She is also a member of the Utilities, Natural Resources, and Public Works Committee , a Florida League of Cities Legislative Committee. She also serves on the Board of Directors for ICLEI USA, an non-governmental organization that promotes sustainable development. Metayer Bowen holds a Bachelor of Science from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and a Master of Health Science from Johns Hopkins University. Her achievements have been recognized through awards such as Top 20 under 40 by the Haitian American Chamber of Commerce, the United Nations Clean Water Advocacy Award, and induction into the CLEO Institute Leadership Circle. She is also an Executive Board Member for Avanse Ansanm and Friends of the Earth (FoE).