Are You Going To Vote ?
August 9, 2023
July 24, 2023 City Commission meeting was held, and I attended because I was interested in the marina project and wanted the mayor and commissioners to hear my opinion on the matter.
When residents are allowed 3 minutes to make their point I say what I believe to be most relevant but unfortunately I made a statement with no explanation which is exactly what I did at the meeting and offended 2 commissioners, Ward and Peduzzi. Here’s what happened.
I ended my 3 minutes by stating 3 commissioners were up for re-election and they are Ward, Lambert and Fox and I would do everything in my power to find qualified candidates to run against them. I left the meeting.
Ward and Peduzzi were obviously offended because when it was time for comments from the commissioners Ward stating she does not respond to threats. My intention was not to threaten her, but to make a promise that I intend to keep. Lets talk elections.
The next Municipal Election will be held on March 19, 2024 for Commission Districts 1, 3, and 5.
Individuals interested in running for City Commission should contact the City Clerk at 561.822.1210 for information or to schedule an appointment.
The qualifying period will begin at noon on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 and end at noon on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. We have 3 months to find qualified challengers. Are you one?
district 1 Commissioner Cathleen Ward
district 3 Commissioner Christy Fox listens to residents and her vote proves the fact. From the marina to the new 300 ft. dock her vote was NO on first reading. If 2 commissioners voted with Fox, the dock would not be an issue.
district 5 Commissioner Christina Lambert. Matthew A. Luciano -Intent to Run. We have a challenger for Lambert’s seat.
Commissioners automatically retain their seat due to a lack of challengers. If commissioners are doing their job, I see no reason to remove them. If they are more interested in pleasing the mayor or developers, my opinion, they must be removed.
WPB residents have a dismal voting record. They show up for Presidential and the Governors race. Municipal elections seems they can’t be bothered to vote. If your street has a pothole, or you would like to see more street lighting or a stop sign who are you going to call, the President or Governor? You call local officials.
If your not registered to vote, please register.
If your registered to vote, please take the time to vote your choice.
If you want to receive a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the 2024 elections, you will need to complete a new Vote-by-Mail request. Link below.
https://www.votepalmbeach.gov/
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