Change Address

VOTE411 Voter Guide

Robertsdale Council Place 2

Click a candidate icon to find more information about the candidate. To compare two candidates, click the "compare" button. To start over, click a candidate icon.

  • Candidate picture

    Adam Manning
    (NON)

  • Candidate picture

    Beth Lores Robinson
    (NON)

Biographical Information

How has your training, professional experience, and interests prepared you to serve the city in this role?

What is your long-term vision for the growth of the city?

Outline your approach to balancing quality of life with economic prosperity.

What are your budget priorities?

What specific changes would you support to make city decisions more transparent and encourage public input?

As a Certified Public Accountant with experience auditing city and town financial statements, I bring a deep understanding of municipal finances, budgets, and fund accounting.

In my current role as a partner and firm administrator at my CPA firm, I’ve successfully led operations for nearly a decade—balancing strategic planning, financial oversight, and personnel management.

What I offer the City Council is not just technical financial knowledge, but a commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and good governance. I believe that my background can help the City make smart, sustainable financial choices that benefit both current residents and future generations.
My vision for Robertsdale over the next four years is to support responsible, well-managed growth that aligns with the character and values of our city. As our community continues to grow, it’s critical that we plan wisely—ensuring that development is balanced with the infrastructure, services, and quality of life our citizens deserve.
To ensure Robertsdale’s long-term prosperity, I propose we focus on attracting new employers through targeted incentives, enhanced infrastructure in our commercial areas, and active marketing of our city’s strengths. By bringing in new businesses and supporting them with robust infrastructure, we can generate additional jobs and create new revenue streams for our community.

This cycle of economic growth will not only fund future development projects but also support ongoing investments—such as a potential recreation center and soccer fields—which will further enhance quality of life for all residents. Ultimately, these efforts will help Robertsdale thrive now and into the future.
I recommend that we look for additional ways to increase city revenues and identify areas where we can responsibly cut costs. I appreciate the council’s ongoing work in these areas, but sometimes a fresh perspective can uncover new opportunities.

Additionally, I suggest we review our budget line items in greater detail. By breaking out certain categories more thoroughly, we can better understand the exact costs involved and identify potential areas for efficiency.

These steps will help us manage city resources more effectively and ensure greater transparency for both the council and our citizens.
I’d like to propose that we stream or record council meetings to ensure those unable to attend in person can still stay informed and engaged in our decision-making process.

Additionally, I suggest we create more online forums and conduct regular surveys to gather feedback from citizens about their top priorities. This input will help us ensure that our work as a council aligns closely with the community’s needs and expectations. By blending city operations with mindful listening, we can better serve all residents of Robertdale.
The Lores family has been in Robertsdale for generations as well as involved in local business . My professional career as a physician assistant(PA) where I had to make critical decisions. These life time experiences will help me make good decisions for the city. I have a tremendous love for Robertsdale and it’s small town charm. I am active in our community volunteering at Baldwin County Angel food pantry ,working with children at Grace Fellowship Baptist Church and helping with local gardens including the Robertsdale high school greenhouses as a certified Master gardner. I also serve as a poll worker during the elections.
My vision is to have guided growth where we guide the development according to the Robertsdale city comprehensive plan and keep our small town charm. I would love to see and support beautification projects across Robertsdale, expand programs for children, youth and seniors making decisions with families and future of Robertsdale in mind
Encourage business growth and development to provide resources for many Services including parks and programs for youth and senior citizens and infrastructure for the city.
To attract new businesses such as a hotel, which will help provide for the increase resources needed for the budget and plan our budget according to our resources to keep our city out of major debt.
Have the council meetings available online , have city records readily available for the public to review if they desire and have phone numbers, so the citizens can easily contact city officials.