Politics & Government

Reader Spotlight: Patch Readers Welcome Commissioner-Elect, David Banther

After the Tarpon Springs municipal election last week, Tarponites seemed positive and receptive about their new commissioner.

With 40.97 percent of the vote, David Banther was elected as the new Tarpon Springs Commissioner last week in the city's election.

To welcome Banther, Tarpon Springs Patch readers commented with supportive thoughts:

"Congratulations to David," Jim Bouldin wrote.

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"Congratulations David," commented Reefdvr.

Sherri Patterson wrote,"Very glad to see that David won. He will be good for the city."

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Tommy Frain wrote, "I want to congratulate David for his victory."

Read the full story and all of the comments here.

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