Mayor Pro Tem Randy Hebert
Elected: City Council Seat D, November 6, 2018
Re-Elected: City Council Seat D, November 8, 2022
Current Term: December 8, 2022 – December 2026 (Seat D)
Appointed Mayor Pro Tem: December 5, 2024
Council Service
Randy Hebert was first elected to the Gulf Breeze City Council in 2018 and is serving his second term. On December 5, 2024, the Mayor and Council appointed him Mayor Pro Tem.
As Mayor Pro Tem, Randy performs the duties of Mayor in the Mayor’s absence. Randy remains dedicated to serving Gulf Breeze, enhancing infrastructure, ensuring emergency preparedness, and fostering a resilient and vibrant community.
Professional Background
Randy owns A-Bear Refrigeration, Inc., which he has operated since 1987. His extensive career in refrigeration and electrical services spans several decades, including roles at notable companies before establishing his own business in Louisiana and Florida.
Community Leadership Background
- U.S. Coast Guard – Dedicated service contributing to national and community safety.
- Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce – Board Ex-Officio Member, supporting local business growth and community engagement.
- Walton/Okaloosa/Santa Rosa Regional Utility Authority (RUA) – Board Member, focusing on regional utility management and infrastructure.
- Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program – Board of Directors (2019–2021), advocating for the preservation and restoration of vital estuarine ecosystems.
- Gulf Breeze Citizens Academy 2017 Graduate – Gained in-depth knowledge of city operations and governance.
City Council Priorities Â
Councilman Hebert has been a strong advocate for storm hardening and infrastructure resilience. His key initiatives include:
- Stormwater Management: Advocated for successfully implementing the city’s 2015 Stormwater Master Plan. From 2019 to 2022, Gulf Breeze invested millions in stormwater infrastructure by securing grants and leveraging local funding. Additionally, manpower for stormwater and natural resource management has increased from one service worker in 2019 to seven full-time technicians.
- Utility Undergrounding: Prioritized the undergrounding of utilities to enhance storm resilience.
- Transportation Improvements: Supported key projects to improve local transportation infrastructure.
- Emergency Response: Leveraged his extensive experience in hurricane recovery by coordinating recovery efforts in Gulf Breeze, Pensacola Beach, and his native New Orleans. Randy also participates in ride-a-longs with the Gulf Breeze Police Department to better inform Council decisions regarding public safety.
Personal Life
Randy and his wife Susan have been married since 1984, and together they have three children and one granddaughter. Randy is a parishioner of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church.
