Pillot Seeks District 4 School Board Seat in Sarasota
Gene Pillot, former Sarasota County school superintendent, campaigns for District 4. He cites nine years leading the district, extensive board experience, and a balance of liberal and conservative views. He stresses performance evaluation, strong staff accountability, and public communication. He lists Kiwanis, United Way, and local boards among his service roles.
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Sarasota County
Gene Pillot
Pillot
Kiwanis Club
Sarasota Girls Club
Senior Friendship Center
Richardson Seeks Sarasota School Board Seat Emphasizing Standards
Susan Richardson campaigns as a citizen candidate with eight years of board exposure and local business leadership. She pushes disciplined, high standards, accountable budgeting aligned to goals, and a stronger accountability system for all board members and staff.
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Richardson
Sarasota
Richardson Realty
Matthews bids to steer Sarasota district with business approach
North Port realtor Gene Matthews touts business acumen and four years on the citizens facilities advisory committee as he seeks District 5 to unseat incumbent Dick Doudna. He criticizes past board finance and maintenance, praises the middle school plan, and advocates stronger district community communication.
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Dick Doudna
Venice Gardens
South County
Doudna
North Port
Gene Matthews
Sarasota
Matthews
Citizens Facilities Advisory Committee
Venice
City of
Marge Gentle
Englewood
Manatee Junior College
Lemon Bay High School
Venice High School
Doudna Seeks School Board Role Amid Education Push
Sarasota resident and WENG radio Program Director Doudna says the administration is addressing issues and eyes a seat on the school board. He withdrew a Vo-Tech bid, believes he can impact education more from the board, and backs retaining county surplus land unless its use seems unlikely.
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Doudna
Sarasota
Vo-Tech School
Vo-Tech
South County
Florida
Weng Radio
Englewood
Sarasota County
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Eugene A. Matthews
Susan Richardson
Community Comprehensive Education Planning
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