Welcome to the Richard Redding Campaign website. We hope that you will get to know me, not only the candidate but also the person. I am ready to be Sarasota’s District One County Commissioner. It is my endeavor to get better every day so that I can serve the people with all that I have. To communicate effectively, to negotiate efficiently and to serve actively is my aim to you, the residents and businesses of Sarasota County. Please enjoy our site and we look forward to your support. Don’t forget to Vote August 26 in the primary and November 4 for the general election at your local precinct.

About Me

My name is Richard Redding. I am a candidate for Sarasota County Commissioner District One. I have lived in Sarasota for over 35 years, attended the Sarasota County Public School System. In essence, I am a product of Sarasota. Sarasota is where I met my wife of 18 years, Naomi , at Sarasota High School, all three of my children were born in Sarasota and we have found this place to be a wonderful place to raise our children. It is my desire to see Sarasota as a model place for economic development and a haven for all generations to enjoy the riches that our diverse county has to offer.

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Why I Am Running

It is a privilege to serve others. Service does not discriminate nor does it hesitate to do what is right for the people, not only those you represent, but also the future of the county and its residents. I believe there is a perspective that I would bring to the commission of Sarasota County. That perspective is to bring a broader educational dimension to the commission. My education which is not only collegiate but also life experiences, this perspective will bring a perspective of changes that have occurred in my life but also the changes that I have been involved in the life of others.

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Pillars

Stewardship - I believe that we are assigned to be stewards of our economy, our land and our families.

Integrity - I believe in all that we do, that we should do it with integrity, whether at work, at home and even with the public, especially when in public service.

Progressive - Progressiveness is the antithesis of stagnancy.

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