Category: Opinion

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...