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County Commission District 7

The Board of County Commissioners is the legislative and policy-setting body for Palm Beach County government. Seven commissioners are elected, in staggered years, from single-member districts to represent the entire county. A commissioner is limited to two consecutive terms, with each term lasting four years. The commission itself elects the county mayor to preside over its meetings and serve as the ceremonial head of county government, as well as a vice mayor to fill in for the mayor. Commission meetings are the first and third Tuesday of each month, with workshops on the fourth Tuesday, and all are open to the public.  The 2024 salary for a county commissioner is $120‚164.

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    Bobby Powell Jr.
    (Dem)

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    Leonard L. Serratore
    (Rep)

Biographical Information

What is the single most important policy objective or innovation that you will pursue if you are (re)elected?

What changes would you propose to the future budgets of your organization?

What proposals related to state laws and funding would you make to our Legislative Delegation in 2025?

What specific steps could increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization you want to lead?

Education Florida A&M University BS, Journalism and Graphic Communication (public relations) 2003; Florida State University, Masters of Science, Urban & Regional Planning (2006)
Experience State Representative, Florida House of Representatives (2012-2016); Senator, Florida Senate (2016-Present)
Endorsements ●Professional Firefighters of Palm Beach ● Professional Firefighters of Boynton Beach ● Professional Firefighters of West Palm Beach ● Professional Firefighters of Florida ● Fraternal Order of Police ● Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association ●AFL-CIO of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast
Campaign Phone 561-512-3083
Campaign Email votebobbypowell@gmail.com
Instagram senatorpow
The single most important policy objective I will pursue if elected is housing and affordability, the nature of the challenges we are facing right now in regard to housing affordability include purchasing a home, renting a home, and for those who already own, the cost of insurance. I will ensure that we provide additional transportation options, and ensure that mental health resources are widely available to all constituents. This will ensure a better, safer, and more accessible Palm Beach.
Changes to the budget would shift depending on the year and the most pressing issues. However, as a state legislature who has dealt with a $117 billion budget, I am always ready to attack the issues that are the most pressing.
I will make proposals to fund more first-time homebuyers’ programs and ensure that Sadowski funds are able to come back to the county.
One of the first steps is developing a plan and setting goals and objectives to execute that plan and working with those who have already been in this position to ensure the greatest impact. Additionally, having strong communication with the administration and the citizens to ensure that any issues are addressed in a timely manner.
Place of Residence West Palm Beach
Age 69
Education BS Air Commerce and Transportation Technology
Experience Airport Management
Campaign Phone 561-396-8800
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