ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., December 30, 2024 — St. Johns County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller, Brandon J. Patty, ended his leave of absence and resumed his duties today following his demobilization from the U.S. Navy this weekend.

“I’m thrilled to be back home and excited to serve our residents again,” said Clerk Brandon Patty. “The office over the past seven months did an outstanding job meeting our mission and keeping operations running smoothly—they’ve truly been exceptional. While I am excited to rejoin our team, I am also keeping those brave men and women serving here and abroad in mind. They are true heroes who are under threat one way or another. God bless them and their willingness to stand in harm’s way for us.”

In December 2023, Clerk Patty received official notification of his selection for involuntary mobilization in support of Operation INHERENT RESOLVE. In accordance with Florida Statutes (Chapter 115.02), he submitted a leave of absence request to Governor Ron DeSantis, which was approved. His deployment concluded on December 29, 2024.

On Jan. 7, 2025, Clerk Patty will also take the oath of office to begin his next four-year term as St. Johns County’s Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller.

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