Did Walker lie to Ledger reporter Sara-Megan Walsh? Her Story
Walsh wrote, “After 13 years sitting on the city of Lakeland’s commission, Phillip Walker’s political future is uncertain after losing Florida House District 50’s seat to Jennifer Canady in Tuesday’s primary.”
Walker, 68, told Walsh that he has no plans at this time other than getting some well-deserved rest and relaxation.
On Friday at 11:41 am Walker sent an email to the Lakeland City Clerk Kelly Koos – See Below.
Walker submitted his letter of resignation to the city on May 27. Under state law, officials are required to resign from one position before declaring candidacy for another state office. Florida’s laws also state the resignation cannot be revoked.
His last city commission meeting will be Oct. 17, with his last day in office Nov. 7. See below.
Editorial comment: According to election officials, it is not illegal what Walker is doing but it could look like it’s not ethical if he is appointed back to the city commission. The current city commissioners need to be very transparent when it comes to this.
They will reinstate him so they can move on with their liberal agendas for Lakeland.