A significant milestone in the history of Key West was reached this week. Rabbi Yaakov Zucker of Chabad of Key West performed the ceremonial placement of a mezuzah on the doorpost of the city's new Jewish mayor, Sam Kaufman.

As reported by Jewish Florida, this act marks the first time a mezuzah has graced the mayor’s office in the nearly 200-year history of the island city. The installation signifies a moment of pride for the local Jewish community as they see one of their own take the helm of local government.