Current District 5 commissioner, Diane Andrews, is seeking re-election, facing one challenger, Brian Thomas Outlaw. As both candidates are Republicans, and there are no Democrats or other candidates in the race, their August Republican primary will be open to all voters.
News4Jax sent a questionnaire to each candidate asking about their background and their views on several issues. Scroll down to read the responses of those seeking your vote in their own words.
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Note: Responses are sorted alphabetically by party and are presented exactly as submitted, with no editing by News4JAX staff.
Diane Andrews
Occupation: Retired Warden from the Florida Department of Corrections
Age: 63
Family: Married, 2 children, (6) grandchildren
Education: Graduated from Union High School
A.A. Degree at Lake City Community College
Political experience: County Commissioner last 4 years in Bradford County
What do you see as the top three issues in this race, and how do you plan to address them?
Finding Funding for the Fire/Rescue Department - Start by looking at our current budget and see if there is a better way of scheduling our staff in order to cut overtime. That alone could save us 1.2 million dollars
Infrastructer leading out to the 301 Bypass so that new businesses can move into that area - Request for additional funds for sewer, water, electrical and Broadband, working with the City and make sure that we keep our plan moving.
Broadband - Focus on getting the service to all areas of Bradford County!
How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot?
I have the experience and are aware, and very much a part of the projects going on in my District.
What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?
Completion of Cypress Boat Ramp
Complete the Construction of a Fire Station in Brooker, Fl
Helping to find a solution to funding the Fire Department in a manner that all citizens of Bradford County can understand and live with.
Campaign website: None
Campaign social media: None
Brian Thomas Outlaw
This candidate has not yet responded to email and phone invitations to complete the News4JAX candidate questionnaire. If any responses are received, they will be promptly added in this space.
Campaign website: None found
Campaign social media: None found