Name: Dean Trantalis
Campaign website: mayordean2024.com
Date and place of birth: October 14, 1953, Norwich, CT
List in order of importance the three most important issues in your community and briefly explain what you would do about each.
Managing growth- Fort Lauderdale has become a popular destination, not just for tourists, but for folks who are looking to establish themselves with an opportunity to build a career and maybe even start a family. We see people, especially young people, flocking to our city, and in many cases working remotely, wanting to take advantage of the quality of life...
Name: Barbara Sharief
Campaign website: Shariefforflorida.com
Date, place of birth: November 7, 1971. Miami, Florida
Education:
? Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Wilkes University, 2017
? Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Florida International University, 2000
? Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) Certification, Florida International University, 2000
? Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Florida International University, 1996
? Associate of Science Degree (AS), Nursing, Miami-Dade Community College, 1994
? Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Diploma, 1992
? North Miami...
Name: Chad Klitzman
Campaign website: www.countonchad.com
Date, place of birth: November 10, 1993 / Hollywood, Florida
Education:
JD with honors, Columbia Law School (2018)
BA in Political Science, summa cum laude, University of Pennsylvania (2015)
I am the proud product of a Broward County Public Schools education and finished in the top 1% of my class at Cypress Bay High School in 2012.
Occupation: Attorney & Screenwriter
Work history past 15 years. List in reverse chronological order.
From April 2022 to June 2024, I worked as an equity capital markets lawyer at White & Case – one...
Name: Rodney W. Jacobs, Jr.
Campaign website: jacobsforsenate.com
Date, place of birth: Philadelphia, PA 12/08/1989
Education:
? Hiram College BA’12 in Political Science
? University of Dayton School of Law JD’15
? University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Masters of Public Health (MPH)’ 21
? University of Miami Masters Public Administration (MPA)’20
Occupation:
? Executive Director City of Miami Civilian Investigative Panel
? United States Army Reserve Captain
? Adjunct Professor Florida International University
Work history past 15 years. List in reverse chronological order.
2015-Present:...
Name: Ryan Boylston
Age: 41
Website: BoylstonforMayor.com
What distinguishes you most from your opponent(s)?
My extensive local, regional and professional leadership experience. As a Commissioner and Vice Mayor, I’ve initiated projects that fed thousands during the pandemic, saved historic landmarks and managed the budget responsibly. My campaign has received broad support, including hundreds of residents, five former mayors, police/fire/service-workers unions, community leaders and state/county elected officials because they trust that I can deliver on our community’s vision for a better Delray...
Name: Tom Carney
Age: 69
Website: tomcarneyformayor.com
What distinguishes you most from your opponent(s)?
My background and experience, both on the Commission and off. What the others do not have and what I have is an actual working knowledge of working with the Commission and staff in front of the dais, representing clients with matters in front of various boards and the Commission. Until you actually have to take a project from inception through approval in the city, working with the various departments, staff and boards, you never really understand how the city really works. I do. And I...
Name: Maria A. Rodriguez
Age: 28
Website: mariaforpines.com
What distinguishes you most from your opponent(s)?
It is essential for our government to be representative of the electorate – and as the only Hispanic, only female, and only liberal candidate in this race to represent a district which leans toward all three of these demographics, this makes me a stand-out choice for Pembroke Pines City Commission, District 3.
My age and local government experience are advantages for our community, providing a unique perspective and familiarity with the challenges faced by younger constituents and young...
Name: Misael “Ace” Almeria
Age: 58
Website: Acealmeria.com
What distinguishes you most from your opponents?
I have been a resident of my district for the last 24 years and owned a business here for the last 24 years. I’m exposed to people having my embroidery shop, which is open to the public.
I’m offering myself to be accessible to anybody so that everyone can be heard and all issues will be addressed. Without bias, bring it to commission meetings to resolve every issue for the benefit of all well-being. My oldest son has been in the United States Coast Guard since 2007. And my other son Rendell...