Early this year the Celebration Area Council began planning a Town Hall event at which they hoped to bring the community's questions to the candidates for Osceola County Commission, District 1. This hotly contested race will be decided in the August 18 primary this year between four Democratic candidates.
With the arrival of COVID-19, the CAC worked to find a new way to bring the candidates' message to those who will vote for them. Today, the Council will share candid conversations between CAC Chair Amy Buehler and the candidates framed around the following six questions.
In addition to addressing these key points of interest, Mayor Alvarez was quick to point out his successes with the City of Kissimmee over the past eight years. Likewise, the incumbent, Commissioner Choudhry shared many of her highpoint as a County Commissioner over the past four years. We must note that the other two candidates for the District 1 seat, Michael Harford and Janette Martinez declined the invitation to participate.
As you prepare to vote in the primary on August 18, check out the CAC's interviews below to learn more about the candidates. Also, look out for the Chamber's Virtual Hob Nob which will launch on our website later this month.
Celebration Area Council Chairman Amy Buehler and Vice Chairman Charles Castellon interview Osceola County Commission District 1 candidate Kissimmee Mayor Jose Alvarez
Question Timestamps:
2:42 - Available office space along West 192
4:50 - Economic impact of the pandemic
9:18 - Working with the County or new & emerging businesses
13:54 Potential future tax increases for transportation
19:20 - Rent control 21:48 - Pandemic-related moratorium on evictions
Celebration Area Council Chairman Amy Buehler and Vice Chairman Charles Castellon interview Osceola County Commission District 1 incumbent candidate Commissioner Peggy Choudhry
Question Timestamps:
4:28 - Available office space along West 192
7:48 - Economic impact of the pandemic
13:37 - Working with the County for new & emerging businesses
18:49 - Potential future tax increases for transportation
24:20 - Rent control
30:38 - Pandemic-related moratorium on evictions
Christina was raised in St. Cloud and holds degrees from the University of South Florida and the University of Central Florida. She joined the Chamber in April 2015. As Director of Administration, she manages the Area Council’s events, sub-committee meetings, projects, and board engagements.