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Wilton Manors Mayor

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    Julie A Carson
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    Jerry Fisichelli
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    Paul Rolli
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1. If elected, what are the two most critical issues you would like to see addressed in our city in the first 2 months? In the next 2 years? Why?

2. What should our city be doing now to help solve the solid waste (trash) crisis facing the entire county? Please discuss regarding reduction, recycling, and reuse of waste in our city.

3. Since effective responses to worker housing needs require both municipal and county levels of government, what policies should our city consider to help solve the affordable housing problem?

4. If property taxes were eliminated or significantly reduced by the state legislature, how would you determine which city services would need to be reduced? What ideas would you promote to make-up budget shortfalls?

5. What have you done or plan to do to actively involve or engage all residents in the decision- making process for shaping the future direction of the city so there is a greater feeling of unity in the community?

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Education Some college
Occupation Retired
Civic Experience Charity/Fund Raising Auxilary Policing and Participation in Home Owner Association.
Campaign Phone 3059049872
City’s financial status and start giving back to the community initially and then making changes/improvements and continuing to give back to the community.
Make it easier to recycle. Include businesses as well.

Buy non-paper and less aluminum/glass Packaging.
Consider rent subsidies and control levels charged by types of leasing.
Without effecting emergency services consider Sanitation, minimal reduction in lighting to start.

Review city spending that is not necessary.

Consider surcharges to nonresidents for fees already charged.

I would put those issues to vote on Election day for residents to be involved.
Biography Paul Rolli is serving his second term on the Wilton Manors City Commission, having been overwhelmingly reelected in 2022 after first being elected in 2018. His election helped make history as part of Wilton Manors' first all-LGBTQ City Commission. He also served two years as Vice Mayor and is committed to representing all residents with integrity, inclusiveness, and responsible leadership and that is why he is running for Mayor. Paul currently serves as a Director, Broward Metropolitan Planning
Education Rider University - BS, Commerce with a major in accounting
Occupation City Commissioner, Wilton Manors
Civic Experience 8th year as a city commissioner, 2 of which were as vice mayor, Wilton Manors
Endorsements Carlos Guillermo Smith, State Senator Darryl Campbell, State Representative Mitch Rosenwald, State Representative Chris Caputo, Vice Mayor, Wilton Manors Mike Bracchi, Commissioner, Wilton Manors Dean Trantalis's, Mayor Ft Lauderdale Sarah Leonardi, Chair, Broward County School Board Tim Lonergan, Commissioner Oakland Park Letitia Newbold, Commissioner, Oakland Park SAVE LGTBQ
Campaign Email paul@paulrolli.com
Campaign Twitter @electpaulrolli
Campaign Website http://paulrolli.com
Campaign Phone 9546526648
Fiscal stability is my first priority. Proposed changes in Tallahassee could impact municipal revenues, and Wilton Manors must protect essential services without burdening residents. As Mayor, I will work with our legislative delegation, regional partners, and city staff to safeguard our finances. We must prepare for Florida’s new anti-DEI law, effective January 1, 2027, ensuring city policies remain compliant while upholding our values of inclusion and respect. Over the next two years, I will prioritize housing affordability that preserves neighborhood character, along with infrastructure improvements, including wastewater capacity, stormwater systems, and resiliency projects, to protect residents and keep our city vibrant and sustainable.
Wilton Manors has taken an important step by joining the countywide solid waste initiative, but signing the agreement is only the beginning. Residents and businesses must understand their role in the system’s success. First, we need stronger public education on waste reduction and recycling. Clear, consistent outreach can reduce contamination, improve recycling rates, and lower costs. Second, the City should expand reuse partnerships with local organizations to encourage donation, repair, and repurposing, while continuing collection events for electronics, hazardous waste, and bulk items. As Mayor, I will ensure Wilton Manors remains engaged regionally to protect taxpayers and deliver reliable, cost-effective service for all residents now.
Affordable housing is one of South Florida’s greatest challenges and requires collaboration across municipal, county, and state governments. While Wilton Manors cannot solve this issue alone, we must be proactive. As Mayor, I will continue working with the Broward County Housing Authority and regional partners to advance workforce and attainable housing solutions. We must move beyond discussion and pursue strategies that help working families, seniors, and essential workers remain in our community. By leveraging grants, funding, and incentives, we can expand housing opportunities without burdening taxpayers. All initiatives must be thoughtfully planned to preserve neighborhood character and quality of life for all residents. long-term plan.
The potential reduction or elimination of property taxes represents one of the most significant financial challenges municipalities have ever faced. If these proposals move forward, Wilton Manors must respond strategically while protecting essential services. My first priority would be preserving core services, especially public safety, infrastructure, and quality-of-life programs. Any service reductions must be data-driven, transparent, and include public input. Before cuts, I would pursue grants, regional partnerships, and shared services to improve efficiency. We must also advocate for sustainable funding so Wilton Manors remains fiscally strong and resilient despite uncertainty in Tallahassee and beyond, protecting residents daily now.
Throughout my eight years on the City Commission, I have made accessibility, transparency, and engagement central to my public service. Residents are more likely to support decisions when they feel heard and included. I have maintained an open-door approach, meeting with residents, businesses, and community groups to gather input before major decisions. As Mayor, I will ensure engagement happens early in the decision-making process so every resident feels City Hall is accessible and responsive. By fostering respectful dialogue, increasing transparency, and encouraging participation, we can strengthen trust in government and build a stronger, more unified community together for the future of Wilton Manors with shared purpose and vision now.