Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics honors retiring commissioner Michael Crudell

The Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics honored retiring commissioner Michael Crudell with gifts and public remarks recognizing 13 years of service.

Presenters described the gift as "lady justice bookends" and a memory book and thanked Crudell for his time, commitment and integrity. Crudell reflected on his service, spoke about professional values shaped by his work as a CPA and in law enforcement, and praised the commission's staff and fellow commissioners. Colleagues, including Vice Chair Alan Blass and Inspector General John Kerry, offered personal tributes, calling Crudell a role model and noting his rigorous questioning helped sharpen the inspector general's work.

The remarks were ceremonial; no policy votes or formal actions were taken as part of the tribute.