Tammy de Weerd Tammy de Weerd is the Mayor of Meridian and has extensive experience as an elected official, community volunteer and businesswoman.  De Weerd was a charter member and first President of the Meridian Parks and Recreation Commission, and served two years on the Planning and Zoning Commission before her election to Meridian City Council in 1999.  She served four years on Meridian City Council, two as Council President.    Many organizations have recognized de Weerd for her leadership roles and making a difference in the community:  -Woman of the Year by Meridian Chamber of Commerce  -Kiwanian of the Year by the Meridian Kiwanis Club -Idaho's first "Brightest Star" by Governor Dirk Kempthorne -Woman of Today and Tomorrow by Girl Scouts of the Silver Sage Her volunteer activities reflect her commitment to active partnerships between government and the private sector.  De Weerd and her husband, Jan, have four children.