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| Ed Cole |
Cole, who also served as the city's Mayor Pro-Tem, announced that he was resigning at the end of a city commission meeting Tuesday night, effective immediately.
Cole said he has been battling dementia for about five years, and that his illness played a role in his decision to step down.
"It's getting to a point where I can't serve the city the way I think I should serve the city," Cole said. "It has taken its toll on my health."
During a brief but emotional statement, Cole thanked his wife, Sara, for her support.
He also complimented his fellow commissioners, saying he had enjoyed working with them during his time on the commission.
"Every one of you commissioners is an outstanding person," he said.
Cole thanked the staff at city hall, saying he appreciated the help they had provided him, specifically, with the items he had to consider at commission meetings.
"Our staff of this community, of our city government, is outstanding," he said.
The commission chambers broke into a standing ovation, after Cole finished his statement.
Mayor Susie Galea adjourned the meeting and individual commissioners walked over to Cole, who remained seated and visibly emotional, to offer a hug or handshake.
Cole, who represents the sixth commission district, was elected to his latest term in 2010.
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