On The Issues
Steve is committed to challenging the status quo of uncontested elections and the absence of term limits, bringing new perspectives to the Village Council and modernizing Royal Palm Beach’s governance with his energy, cultural competency, and established relationships.
Term Limits
Steve champions term limits for elected officials in Royal Palm Beach, asserting
Responsible Development
Royal Palm Beach serves as a crucial link among the western communities,
Running of Meetings
Steve’s dedication to maintaining tradition and unity in the governance process is
Lower Property Taxes
Royal Palm Beach has always been a beacon for homeowners and renters
Term Limits
Steve champions term limits for elected officials in Royal Palm Beach, asserting they spur innovation and prevent powerful monopolies. He sees term limits as a catalyst for increased civic involvement, vital for a town with traditionally low voter turnout. By encouraging fresh candidates, term limits can boost engagement and representativeness in government.
He also contends that officials with limited terms are more accountable and prioritize the community’s immediate needs over political longevity. He believes term limits promote diversity and balance in decision-making, leading to fair and inclusive policies despite concerns about losing experienced leaders. For Steve, the vibrant, responsive governance term limits outweigh any drawbacks.
Steve is firm in his conviction that long-term incumbency for elected officials in the village is untenable. He advocates for initiating conversations resulting in the establishment of term limits for officeholders, aligning the village with the practices of numerous other municipalities within Palm Beach County, such as Wellington, Jupiter, and Palm Beach Gardens. He believes that this move would ensure a dynamic and responsive governance, allowing for fresh perspectives and preventing any single individual from holding power indefinitely.
