Around Palm Coast, many businesses' entrances bear signs stating that masks are required to comply with local a local government mandate. That mandate is no more.
Palm Coast's City Council members, acting in accordance with the advice of local health officials, voted 5-0 to rescind the city's mask requirement during a May 4 City Council meeting. Councilman Eddie Branquinho ceremoniously threw his mask over his shoulder — twice — to celebrate.
"I want to thank the residents," Mayor Milissa Holland said. "You have done an extraordinary job at coming together, heeding the warnings, staying safe, keeping your neighbors safe, and complying with what’s been requested."