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Parkland Mayor: Christine Hunschofsky

This time of year, elections are all over the news and the airwaves. While the national elections get so much attention, there are many other elections and charter and constitutional amendments on the ballot this year that deserve your close attention.

In our City of Parkland, four seats are on the ballot – the Mayor’s seat and Commissioner’s seats for districts 1, 2, and 4. While City Commissioners must live in the district they represent, every registered voter in the City of Parkland votes in every race regardless of which district they live in. So please do your research and remember you will have the opportunity to vote for all four seats up in the city election.

Some of the other seats that are also on the ballot include school board, judges, state attorney, supervisor of elections, state representative, state senator, and U.S. Congress.

Additionally, there are six state constitutional amendments on the ballot. Amendment 1 adds language to the state Constitution that only U.S. citizens can vote in federal, state, local, or school elections. Amendment 2 raises Florida’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2026. Amendment 3 establishes a universal, open primary system for state office primary elections. Amendment 4 requires voter-approved constitutional amendments to be approved by voters at a second general election. Amendment 5 increases the transfer period for “Save Our Homes” benefits to a new homestead property from two years to three years. Amendment 6 allows a deceased veteran’s homestead property tax discount to be transferred to the surviving spouse. It is important to read all the ballot initiative language carefully since it can be misleading sometimes. Also, please do your research to learn the implications of a yes or a no vote on any of these items.

Broward County also has two questions on the ballot. The first deals with enabling the County to continue to act as the manager and auditor of all county funds instead of requiring those duties to be transferred to the Clerk of Courts in 2025. The second is a charter amendment, which would allow the County to develop/build surtax-funded transportation system improvements (such as a Park and Ride) on County-owned
or leased property without city input even if it conflicts with municipal ordinances.

Vote-By-Mail ballots will be sent out around September 24. If you would like to request a Vote-By-Mail ballot, please visit https://browardsoe. org. Vote-By-Mail ballots can be tracked online so you can verify when they are mailed out and when they are received and counted. October 5 is the last day to register to vote for the November 3 election. Early voting takes place from October 19 through November 1 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Broward County registered voters may vote at any Broward County early voting location. On Election Day, you must vote at your precinct. Visit https://browardsoe.org for early voting locations or to find your precinct for Election Day. Please do your homework and make a plan to vote either by mail, during early voting, or on Election Day.

As always, please reach out to me at chunschofsky@cityofparkland.org with any questions or concerns you may have. I look forward to hearing from you.

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Parkland Mayor Candidates Q&A 2020

To further assist our readers in making educated decisions when voting in November, we have sent a list of questions to each candidate running for the Mayor of Parkland, FL. 

Stacy Kagan

1. What is your full name and what position are you running for? 

Stacy Joi Kagan, Mayor of Parkland

2. Where are you originally from?

Originally from Queens, NY, and moved back and forth from Kendall, FL, to Queens, NY.

-Why did you choose to move to this city/county/school district/state district? How long have you been here? 

I have wanted to live in Parkland from the first time I drove into the community.  We have lived in  Parkland for over 16 years and our daughter Brittani is a graduate of MSD. We are residents of Heron Bay, The Greens.  Parkland was just what we wanted for our family with beautiful communities, A-rated schools–a quiet gem in Broward County.  I have also worked in the Parkland area for about 25.

My childhood was difficult, and I wanted a community for my family that I dreamed of. My personal unwavering commitment to give back comes from my past and my goal was for all children to have the opportunity and a role model to know things can and will change. It takes drive, commitment, and passion. I started working at age 12 after my father passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack. Faced with financial difficulties, and not always having a place to live, it made me strong. Overcoming these challenges is what allowed me to develop the strength, tenacity, and compassion that I have today for people of all ages.

3. Why are you running for this position?

I have been serving Parkland as Commissioner for three terms, just short of 8 years and I am incredibly proud that my community has kept me in my seat. I was voted by my peers to be Vice Mayor two years in a row. I’m actually taking a bit of a leap of faith in giving up my Commission seat in order to run for Mayor. This is how passionate I am about my work to serve Parkland residents. There’s so much good that I want to continue to do in this role.

Being on the Commission for almost 8 years tells me that the residents are happy with my service to the people of Parkland.  I work and serve the residents.  I do not work for the city, I work for the people.  During my term, I am proud of my voting record.

I look at the future of Parkland from many different views and I take this position extremely seriously, as it is the Mayor and Commission’s role to create the vision, and the City Manager and staff to implement it.  Having strong relationships with the community and related services, Broward County Schools, an understanding of how to work with others, and find solutions to exceed the needs of the people is what I have done and will continue to do as Mayor.

I have always been a working Mom and raised my family here for a reason and I am proud of my daughter who also has served in her heart. One of my proudest moments as a parent was my daughter returning home to Parkland to help the students just days after the tragic shooting. Brittani brought light to our community during our darkest times, the tragic shooting at MSD. Her
high school was such a big part of her life and continues to be. Her compassion and strength for the families, kids, and teachers reached so many.

Owning multiple businesses, dealing with budgets, managing people, consulting, crisis management, working with children, being a former preschool teacher, owning a music school, and working with many diverse and unique people have given me the tools I need to protect, and guide, Parkland’s future in the best possible direction.  I will enhance community involvement and engagement.  I will lead with compassion, teamwork, and an open line of
communication with the residents.

-Have you run in the past?

Yes, I am currently a Commissioner in Parkland District 1 since 2013 and Vice Mayor for 2 years in a row, voted on by the Commission.

4. If elected, what is your first point of action? Why? 

There are so many things to get started on and everything is fluid as things change in our city, county, state, county, and globally. I will continue to focus on safety and protecting public health, optimizing Parkland’s city budget (working on that now). We are prepared for a potential active 2020 hurricane season while safeguarding Parkland’s unique character and exceptional quality of life.  Restarting our business community here in Parkland and helping Parkland business owners that work outside of our community is important.  We need to work together and my many years of networking, building relationships, being a mentor and a business owner will help our community to strive.

I will continue with all that is Parkland and use my experience to expand on what is needed, make certain that my new Commissioners have a strong understanding of the new role and commitment.  Having worked with Mayors Hunchofsky and Udine, I offer a great deal of knowledge and experience to our relatively new Commission.

It will be a seamless transition as we have an outstanding Mayor and I will meet with Mayor Hunschofsky, the City Manager, and City attorney to immediately continue what we started and then get to work on with the new Commission and bring new ideas forward.

Creating new boards, community involvement, and open discussions, office hours for residents to meet with me and encourage our new Commission to do the same. May be virtual or in-person or at a park. Those that know me to understand how I communicate.  Listening is key and then when you have all of the information you need run with it, boots on the ground! We are all one vote and that is why Resident and Commission communication is key for the future of Parkland.  I am here for the good times and the bad times and the unexpected.

 5. What mission do you feel most passionate about? Why?

Bringing our community together.  There seems to be an invisible line between the east and west side of town.  We are  “One Parkland’ and we should be working together not dividing.  When I meet with the people of Parkland there are so many things they all want and have in common.  There are times when the path we choose may be different, however, the end goal seems the same.

  • Help our community and businesses rebound from the effects of Covid-19 and work together safely with physical distance while being social.  Healing and growing together.

  • Keeping our children and adults safe in the fields, in our parks, and in our community.

  • Keeping city services, programs, and our schools top-rated.

  • Protecting our property values.

  • Protecting the character and the hometown’s special vibe of Parkland.

  • Working with the families and community for a permanent memorial to help the healing process from the MSD tragedy. We will always remember and honor.

6. Where do you feel our city needs improvement? Why? 

There is always room for improvement in whatever you do. Personally, I strive every day to improve and I believe the city staff does as well. If I had to pick one area, I would say communication and community involvement. We have so many active residents that truly care about Parkland and its future and have new and different ideas.  We need to have more opportunities for them to be heard.  It is also important for all areas of Parkland to see another’s point of view and understand that when the Commission votes, we need to look at all the moving parts. The decisions we make are not easy and often there are people that are extremely upset.  Although I would like to be able to agree with everyone’s point of view,  that is not possible and there are times that things go the way I would like and others they do not.  That is democracy!  I believe in working towards solving an issue, problem, or concern and listening to come up with the best possible outcome.

There will be many issues before us. I have every confidence that when we work together as a community—from parks to roads, to development, fiscal planning, safety, business development, schools, long-term strategic planning, community spirit, and well being—so much good can be done. This has been my strategy and promises from my first day in office as Commissioner.  I am
extremely satisfied to watch new residents choosing Parkland as their home and everything our Commission has archived to keep our community beautiful.

7. Where do you feel our city stands above the rest? Why? 

Parkland is an exquisite gem.  It is a place that is our home, community, and offers a lifestyle for all from small children to the young at heart. Parkland has top-notch communities, beautiful parks that offer unique amenities, an award-winning library, dog park, P-Rec Center, houses of worship, bike paths, located next to a magnificent part of nature, the Everglades.  In the middle of my term, we had several issues relating to school overcrowding, which Broward County Public Schools governs. The Mayor at the time, Michael Udine, and our Commission fought for Parkland children to stay in schools located in Parkland.  This is not common.  We worked diligently with the school board when they wanted to bus children out of Parkland. We added additional classroom space at Riverglades, Pine Trails, and Heron Heights working with Broward County Public Schools, city staff, and developers.  We offer free SAT and ACT tutoring for MSD students at our Library and I worked with MSD students involved in the National Honor Society to develop a tutoring program that is student to student.  The people of Parkland make our city stand above the rest!

8. How do you plan to involve residents in the decision-making process in our town? 

Communication is crucial now more than ever. I am not waiting until day one, I have already started my plan and with every opportunity, I talk with the residents about how they feel and get their input on why Parkland, what they like and dislike, and what they would like to see going forward.  It is so important to recognize that it is our home and everyone has a voice in moving the community forward.  I have also shared my vision with our City Manager about creating more volunteer opportunities and focus groups. This is key to knowing the true pulse of the city.  It is my goal to listen to the people of Parkland and share that with the commission and encourage them to do the same. We need to be sensitive to what is going on in the world, our community, and make certain no resident is left behind.  Our population is changing and we
need to address the needs of all of Parkland and want to create opportunities for our children to our seniors.   I believe we all want the same thing and together sharing ideas and vision will lead us in the best possible direction for the future of our already outstanding place to live and work.

9. If someone came to you with a proposal to build a new piece of public infrastructure in our city (road, bridge, etc.) how would you evaluate whether that project was worth implementing?

I will always meet with anyone that involves Parkland.  That is part of what I do now and what I will continue to do.  There are many steps in any form of development and processes that municipalities have to follow regardless of what type of proposal or development and needs in our community.  As elected officials either Mayor or Commissioner, we are policymakers and the staff runs with the details.  It also depends on many complex issues and how they can be resolved.  This is actually a very complex question with many steps prior to anything moving forward. Always starting with a discussion and meeting is step one.

10. What neighborhood do you live in?

I live in The Greens of Heron Bay with my husband Richard of 35 years and our dog Ziggy and cat Tiggy.

-Why?

This is an interesting story… When we moved to Parkland we only had two weeks to find a home and move.  Our house in Weston sold quickly and we had to be out in less than a month.  We were not even considering Heron Bay, and it is crazy to even think about it.  Every home we bid on we lost to buyers who offered more money.  The market was crazy and my family had very specific things we wanted. My husband wanted a big yard, pool with a lake and trees, and my daughter wanted a bedroom with a walk-in closet, bathroom, and room for a couch.  All I wanted was to pick up my house in Weston and move it to Parkland. When my Realtor called about our house, my husband did not even want to look at it.  He was done looking, so Britt and I went to look at the house we now call home.  It was close to meeting our needs and we needed a place to live. The view was spectacular on the golf course, the bedrooms were big,
and it was empty and needed a family. We all compromised and it became our home.  We put in a pool two years later and it turned out to be the perfect place for the Kagan Family!

 11. Where are your favorite places to spend time in our town? 

Now is a very unusual time and the way I do things now is very different than would be without a pandemic.  Meeting and talking with the people of Parkland in our communities and at our events, supporting all of the residents of our community in any way possible, which has been an extremely new experience with COVID. I do much more facetime, zoom, and physically distance talks and walks so I can connect with our community.

I love everything in Parkland and I do have a few personal favorite things.  I love driving down Holmberg and Trails end with the top down on my car. I love driving by Hendricks Farm and Parkland Golf and smelling the peppers, it’s like being in the country.   Taking walks all over town with Richard, my husband, and Ziggy, our puppy is wonderful and I get to meet and talk with neighbors that are out safely as well as the dog park and walking with friends physically distancing around town and in our parks. Spending time at Carmella’s and meeting friends and neighbors while physically distancing and getting fresh air and grabbing take out from our incredible restaurants.

I would be remiss if I did not share how much our community activities mean to me, not for me for our families of Parkland. When I see smiling faces at the Drive-in Movie, on the fields, events like Snowfest, (my personal favorite), Egg Hunt, Farmers Market,  the school events, Parkland Dash, all of our incredible charity events, activities at our P-rec, visiting with residents at their clubhouses, an MSD football game, a drama production at MSD, a baseball game, watching the band play, our homecoming parade, police and fire meet and greets, reading to the kids at the library, and watching a Parkland sunset at the Levee or even my own backyard. I can go on and on….

Parkland is a special place for all ages and there is so much to do even now!  I was so pleased when my plan for the drive-in movie was approved. I really wanted to get creative with the Commission and city staff and find a way to bring everyone together safely. I look forward to more of that as Mayor.

To learn more or get involved in my campaign: visit StacyKaganforParkland.com or email StacyKaganforMayor@gmail.com, or call 954-288-5261.

Best to all,

Stacy

 

Rich Walker

1. What is your full name?

Richard Walker

2. Where are you originally from?

I am originally from New Jersey

-Why did you choose to move to Coral Springs/Parkland?

I chose Parkland because of the schools and the community.

-How long have you been here?

I have lived in Parkland for 7 years.

3. Why are you running for this position?

I am running for Mayor because I bring a unique perspective to the dais. My wife and I have 5 children ranging from ages 6-16 at each level of the school system. We are an active family in schools, Parks and Recreation, and throughout the community. I am engaged and I am always accessible for our residents. My business background gives me the knowledge and know-how to identify problems and always look for a solution.

– Have you run in the past?

I am currently a Commissioner in District 2

4. If elected, what is your first point of action?

Obviously to continue to ensure our residents are safe is #1, but I want to make sure our businesses have the support they need from us as a City to be
successful.

-Why?

During this COVID time, our businesses have had a difficult time. Our businesses are great partners for our City. They sponsor events and sports leagues. They also give our residents additional opportunities to see one another around town.

5. What mission do you feel most passionate about?

I believe our Parks are very important. Parkland is a family-based community and we have to be forward-thinking as we continue to grow our infrastructure.

-Why?

To have a successful and wonderful City we need to make sure we are meeting the needs and level of service our residents deserve. Proper planning is essential. Having my business background is exactly how I think. I am results-oriented and forward-thinking. The decisions you make today can impact tomorrow in both good and bad ways, so it’s imperative to not be impulsive in that decision making.

6. Where do you feel our city needs improvement?

Our City is behind in terms of our infrastructure. We have grown so much over the last 5 years and we are playing a bit of catch up to this growth.

– Why?

The government is not overly fast and nimble, so it’s so important to make quick and decisive decisions. We cannot keep up with the level of service our residents need if we are making reactionary decisions. We need to be proactive. My engagement daily within the community gives me this insight. I am with you at the Parks, Schools, Community Events, and businesses daily.

7. Where do you feel our city stands above the rest?

Our community is resilient. We have been through so much and every time we get back up and move forward stronger than ever.

-Why?

We are a close-knit community, so we are always there for one another. We have so many opportunities during the year to see each other whether it’s the Farmer’s market, Eats and Beats, or any of our other wonderful events.

8. How do you plan to involve residents in the decision-making process in our town?

Communication and engagement are vital to the success of any entity. I have always made a point to engage with our residents whether it’s at the schools, parks, community events, or our local businesses. I am always open and available, and I will continue that throughout my service.

9. If someone came to you with a proposal to build a new piece of public infrastructure in our city (road, bridge, etc.) how would you evaluate whether that project was worth implementing?

I would listen to their plan regardless of my initial thought. It’s so important to listen to everyone with an open mind. I will always listen and try to find the value in any discussion or idea. This is how you grow as a person and this is how we can grow as a community.

10. What neighborhood do you live in? Why? Where are your favorite places to spend time in our town?

I live in Parkland Isles. I love our community. I have been to so many other wonderful communities in Parkland and they all have their own unique feel. It’s wonderful. My favorite thing to do is ride my bike throughout our City. I will ride my bike several times a week and it’s great to be able to ride around town and see the differences within each community. This is one of the things that makes Parkland so special.

Rich

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Parkland Mayor: Christine Hunschofsky

This month in Broward we have elections. Many people have reached out to me trying to understand which elections they are able to vote in and what seats are up and when, so here is some information that I hope will help.

The August 18 election is considered a primary election, but several seats will be decided on this date.

For non-partisan races such as judges and school board, whichever candidate receives more than 50% of total votes cast will be the winner of the race. If no one receives more than 50% of the total votes cast, the two candidates with the most votes will have a runoff in November.

In partisan races, the primary is in August, and the general is in November. If no opposing party candidate or write-in candidate enters the race, the primary is an open primary, and all voters, regardless of party affiliation, can vote in the race. If there is an opposing party candidate or a write-in candidate in the race, the primary is closed, and only voters with the same party affiliation as the primary candidates can vote in that race. All voters, regardless of party affiliation, can vote in all races in November.

What does all this mean? It means you should register to vote, verify your voting information is accurate, and do your homework on candidates and races. Since some races are determined in August and others are determined in November, it is important to vote in every election. Additionally, some municipalities (not Parkland) also have March elections that determine mayor and commission races. Also, you can view a sample ballot online or request a vote by mail ballot by visiting the Supervisor of Elections website at browardsoe.org. The website also has a list of all early voting sites and general election sites. Early voting takes place from August 8-16. Early voting hours are from 11am-7pm Monday through Friday and from 9am-5pm Saturdays and Sunday. Primary Election Day is August 18, and the polls are open from 7am-7pm.

On a separate note, the city manager’s proposed city budget for the 2020/2021 fiscal year is now online at cityofparkland.org/budget. Please take the time to review the budget and submit your comments online. Currently, a resident budget workshop is planned for August 12 at 6:00pm and a commission (open to the public) budget workshop is planned for August 19 at 5:00pm. The budget is not final until our two budget hearings in September are completed. The budget hearings are all open to the public. Please always feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns you may have. I look forward to hearing from you.

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Saima Farooqui seeks Florida State House seat

Last month, we profiled our local Parkland Mayor Christine Hunschofsky, who is now running for State House Representative for District 96. In the upcoming primary election to select the Democratic nominee. We got feedback post-print from Saima Farooqui, from Coconut Creek, who is also running for the nomination.

Saima first ran for the Democratic nomination in 2018, and lost to late State Representative Kristin Jacobs. I had a chance to talk to her about her motivations for running, and what she is passionate about.

It was a Homeowners’ Association (HOA) dispute that first got Saima started in community service. After winning a court dispute with her HOA on the implementation of rule enforcement, she served on the HOA’s grievance committee to ensure disputes between her HOA and the residents were properly managed.

After her initial experience engaging with the HOA, Saima started to get involved with the local ACLU. She is currently the president of the ACLU Broward chapter, and state board member. She also joined the Democratic Club, where she is currently serving as the VP of the Coconut Creek chapter.

She is passionate about helping those who are less fortunate, and lists healthcare, the environment and unemployment as the top priorities for the state. On school safety, she believes additional mental health services in the budget are key, and feels current gun laws need to be implemented not changed. She also believes more needs to be done by the state on environmental concerns.

You can find out more about on her website: saimafarooqui.com.

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Message from Parkland Mayor : Christine Hunschofsky – July 2020

At the time of this writing, Broward County just allowed summer camps and sports activities to take place. Graduation parades and virtual ceremonies were taking place and most families were adjusting their summer

plans. The City has been working to adopt the Broward County orders safely, while also preparing for the summer budget season.

This month, the City Commission will meet on July 8 at 6pm for
a workshop and at 7pm for a meeting. At our meeting we will be voting on a millage (tax) rate that will appear on the TRIM (Truth In Millage Notices) that are sent to every homeowner in August. This millage rate is only a placeholder, but when the Commission votes on the final millage rate at the two budget hearings in September, we cannot vote for a millage rate higher than the one we approve in July. At the July commission meeting, our city manager will
give the Commission her proposed budget. During July, August, and September, the proposed budget is available online to the public. Additionally, there is a link online to ask questions about the budget, and city staff are available to answer any questions any resident has on the budget. The Commission reviews the budget in July and has workshops on the budget in August and September. The final votes on the millage rate and the budget take place during two meetings in September. To view the current proposed budget (which will be available online after July 8, 2020) and previous budgets, please visit cityofparkland.org/budget.

The only ad valorem part of your tax bill that the Parkland City Commission votes on is the City of Parkland millage rate. Your tax bill is made up of many other governmental entities, not just the City of Parkland ad valorem. By making a quick online search at the Broward County Property Appraiser’s website at bcpa.net you can find your property and then click on the “Click here to display your tax bill” link at the top. This will take you to your property’s tax history and give you the ability to review the full details of your tax bill. In 2019, the ad valorem charges on your tax bill included (percentages are rounded to the nearest .01%):

Broward County (29.89%), Broward Schools (37.26%), South Florida Water Management (1.4%), North Broward Hospital District (5.44%), Children’s Services Council (2.57%), City of Parkland (23.30%) and Fl. Inland Navigation (.17%).

In addition to the ad valorem charges, you will also find a City of Parkland Fire Assessment Fee, a direct charge from your drainage district and a direct charge from Waste Management. I highly recommend going online, reviewing your 2019 tax bill and then reviewing your proposed 2020 taxes that are in the TRIM notice you should receive by mail in August.

Wishing you and your family a safe and happy July 4th! Enjoy these summer weeks with your family and friends. I hope you will all have time to relax and recharge. As always, feel free to reach out to me at any time at chunschofsky@cityofparkland.org with your questions or comments. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Parkland mayor seeks Florida State House seat

In April, Parkland Mayor, Christine Hunschofsky, announced her run for the Florida State House of Representatives District 96. She would be replacing former representative and friend, Kristin Jacobs. Jacobs passed away earlier this year following a three- year battle with colon cancer.

A 20-year Parkland resident before becoming Mayor in 2016, Hunschofsky served nearly four years as a Parkland City Commissioner, seven years on the city’s Education Advisory Board, and is currently a member of the Broward League of Cities School and Community Public Safety Task Force.

“I could never have imagined when I entered public office that I would see our community brutalized by a mass shooting and confronted by the devastating effects of an international health emergency,” Hunschofsky said in a press release announcing her candidacy.

“Both of these events have revealed urgent issues which must be addressed by the legislature now including gun safety, emergency preparedness, economic recovery, and fixing a broken unemployment system,” said Hunschofsky.

“I cannot think of a time when my friend Kristin Jacobs’ leadership has been more needed than during this current crisis,” she said. “Losing her is a true blow to our district and I intend to use my experience in government to do all I can to continue her work of fighting for our community in Tallahassee.”

The 96th District includes Parkland, Coconut Creek, parts of Margate, and the northeast section of Coral Springs in northeastern Broward County.

Parkland City Commissioner, Stacy Kagan, who served seven years with Hunschofsky and was vice mayor for two of the years, says, “Parkland has been fortunate to have had Christine’s leadership.”

A Parkland resident for the past 16 years, Kagan is now running to succeed Hunschofsky as Mayor.

“I endorsed Christine immediately,” she says, “and I think that she will
do an excellent job in the position.” said Kagan. “This town has a proud tradition of producing stellar leaders and it benefits our community to have leadership that understands the unique character and interests of this amazing place we call home. We have a resilient and united community and care about each other.”

A Boston native, Hunschofsky graduated with her bachelor’s degree in business administration and philosophy from Boston University, in 1996 she went on to earn her MBA from Babson College before relocating to Parkland with her husband, Hannes, and two sons.

Staying occupied with Zoom meetings during COVID-19 stay at home orders, Hunschofsky says when she received a text from Jacobs two weeks before her death saying she was not doing well and asking Hunschofsky to run in her stead, Hunschofsky knew she had to take the next step.

“I believe my experience allows me to bring a local perspective to Tallahassee,” Hunschofsky says. “I’ve worked on the local level and with leaders on a state level. This allows me to make a positive contribution and elevate local issues to Tallahassee.”

Following Jacobs’ commitment to environmental issues, specifically water quality issues, Hunschofsky plans to make this a priority in her agenda along with a focus on access and funding for mental health services, expanding Medicaid, school safety and common sense gun laws, and support for grief counselors and social workers in schools. (Hunschofsky was the Mayor during the shootings at Marjory Stoneman Douglas in 2018.)

For the Aug. 18 primary, Hunschofsky will run against fellow Democrat, Saima Farooqui, who ran and lost to Jacobs with 20.7 percent of the votes, two years ago. A write-in candidate, Coral Springs resident, Muhammad Amin, (also a Democrat) will not appear on the ballot in the primary but will appear on the ballot for the general election, Nov. 3.

Attempts to contact these two candidates were unsuccessful.

Check out our podcasts with Commissioner Kagan, and Commissioner Walker on www. theparklander.com/podcast to hear more on why they are running for Parkland Mayor.

 

By Jan Engoren

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