Democrat Linda Myers and Republican Brad Purcell survived primary challenges and will face off in the General Election for tax collector of Putnam County.
Scroll down to read about the candidates, in alphabetical order.
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Linda Myers
PARTY: Democratic
AGE: 60
FAMILY: Husband, Vernon Myers; 6 children; 9 grandchildren
OCCUPATION: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
EDUCATION: B.S., University of Florida, M.A. C., University of Florida
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Putnam County commissioner, District 2 (1998-2006)
WHAT DO YOU SEE AS THE TOP THREE ISSUES IN THIS RACE?
HOW CAN YOU HELP VOTERS IN A WAY THAT OTHERS RUNNING FOR THIS OFFICE CANNOT?
- "My experience in efficient operations of a business (Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins) in Putnam County has exposed me to the success of effective leadership and great service. As a CPA in private practice for the past 18 years, I bring a depth of knowledge for accounting for each and every dollar accurately as well as prudent investment experience; both skills are essential to work with tax payer dollars. Serving the entire county as a Commissioner brings an understanding and appreciation of the different communities and people."
WHAT WOULD YOU HOPE TO BE REMEMBERED FOR ACCOMPLISHING AFTER SERVING IN THIS OFFICE?
- "Putnam County Taxpayers interact with the Tax Collector's office at least annually for the most part and sometimes more often; I hope there experience with this office, that serves them, will be professional and knowledgeable, use their time wisely and all interactions will be honest and respectful."
CAMPAIGN WEBSITE: LindaMyersforTaxCollector.com
Brad Purcell
PARTY: Republican
CAMPAIGN WEBSITE: BradPurcell.com
This candidate has not responded to the WJXT/News4Jax.com questionnaire and has provided no personal information to the Putnam County Supervisor of Elections.