Jon Thaxton: Candidate For Sarasota County Supervisor Of Elections

General Information

Name : Jon Thaxton
Date of birth : Dec. 7, 1957
Place of residence : Osprey, Florida

Employment Information

Job titles held : NA
Employers : NA

Political Information

Party affiliation : Republican
Running for a: Local office
Running for position: Supervisor of Elections 
Incumbent: No
Previous elective offices : Sarasota County Commissioner
Unsuccessful bids for elective offices : None

Party HQ

Address

PO Box 805
Osprey, FL
34229

URLs

Website : www.jonthaxton.com
Facebook : www.facebook.com/votethaxton

Other facts

My top priority will be to restore transparency and accountability to the Supervisor of Elections position, and improve communication between the Supervisor and the electorate.

As a County Commissioner I have earned the trust from many groups on opposing sides of an issue. This took a lot of hard work, a willingness to listen to all opinions (including the critics), and the conviction to make tough decisions and disciplined stands.

I established my reputation for fairness by always being well-prepared, transparent, and objective. These skills have enabled me to become an effective and trusted County Commissioner, known for treating citizens equally and with respect.

I believe these same qualities are also needed in an Elections Supervisor in order to avoid conflicts, mishaps, challenges, and litigation. My goal is for the candidates and the issues to dominate the headlines, not the Supervisor of Elections.

It is time for a change, and I believe my skills and reputation make me the better choice.