To Fellow Marco Island Residents

I am heartened by the strong alignment on broad priorities and the shared intent to preserve our quality of life among the candidates for Marco Island City Council.
Because candidates share similar goals, the real question becomes: Who possesses the temperament, integrity, judgment, and willingness to work collaboratively that this job demands? It is fundamentally a question of leadership, and that is why I proudly endorse Jason Bailey.
Serving alongside Jason on the Planning Board and seeing his work when I was a City Councilor, I have witnessed his analytical approach and steady leadership firsthand. Jason approaches every issue with careful preparation, weighs facts objectively, and hears all viewpoints. He keeps a long-term perspective even through near-term challenges. During complex decisions, he keeps discussions grounded in mutual respect.
Beyond his exemplary service, what I admire most about Jason is his character, integrity, and deep roots in our community—built on an honest heart for what makes Marco special. Island residents across every walk of life respond to these qualities, as shown by his broad community endorsements.
Preserving the Marco Island we love cannot be accomplished by standing still; it is preserved by carrying its essential character forward as the world changes. The true measure of our small-town charm lies in our people and how we treat one another. Jason Bailey brings the steadiness, personal connection, and thoughtful leadership our community needs right now.
I hope you will join me in voting for Jason.