R. Norman Moody

FLORIDA TODAY

Titusville mayor

Walt Johnson

Occupation: Retired business owner; community volunteer; city council

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 71

Moved to Brevard: 1969

Education: Graduate of State University of New York, East European Language School

Family: Married, three children, six grandchildren

Political/government experience: Titusville City Council and Vice Mayor; Executive Director of the Space Coast Economic Development Commission; Chairman, Brevard County Tourist Development Council; Brevard Workforce Development Board; Brevard Nature Alliance Executive Board; Chairman/Member, North Brevard Medical Support Board; Council Liaison, Brevard County Parks and Recreation; Titusville Community Block Grant Board; Chairman of Team 6, Transformation Titusville; Space Coast World Trade Council; Florida Space Commerce Park Authority; Treasurer/Executive Board, Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast; Chairman, Titusville Equity Commission; Commissioner, Titusville Housing Authority; United States Air Force, non-commissioned officer.

Web: votewaltjohnson.com,

Social media: facebook.com/WaltJohnsonforMayor

Contact: 321-268-1917

Why are you the best candidate for this position? I’ve proudly served this community in a variety of roles for over 35 years. During this time, I’ve gained a great deal of knowledge and experience about Titusville, as well as the needs and desires of our citizens. With that in mind, I feel I’m the best candidate for Mayor because I’m the only candidate with: (1) ten years experience in legislative government, (2) experience owning and running three multi-million dollar businesses, (3) professional experience in economic development, and (4) the ability to serve as a full-time Mayor, which I believe is a necessity given the demands of this position.

Robert L. Jordan, Jr.

Occupation: President & CEO of Genesis VII

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 58

Moved to Brevard in what year? 1979

Education: BS civil engineering; masters, aeronautical science, specializing in management

Family: Married, two children

Political/government experience: 2002 – 2010 Brevard County School Board (Chairman and Vice Chairman), Vice Chair – Titusville Planning and Zoning

Website: jordanformayor.com

Email: Robert@jordanformayor.com, robertjordan@cfl.rr.com, Robert.jordan@genesisvii.com, Social media: Teaming For Titusville

Contact: 321-698-7110

Why are you the best candidate for this position? I have boundless energy and am most energized when I serve others. No candidate is more inspired, focused, and consumed with doing the right things for the people I serve. My servant-styled form of leadership is God- and heart-driven. With a long history of leadership and support for many causes – ranging from business development, health care, education, and philanthropic activities. A positive quality of life for our citizens is my goal. A proven track record of success, coupled with my commitment to smartly grow and expand the Titusville economy, will result in a more vibrant and happy community.

Patrick D. Pearce

Occupation: President, LightWing Studios LLC

Hometown Titusville

Age: 63

Moved to Brevard: 2005

Education: BS Computer Information Systems; IBM Certified Project Manager - U.S. Military Academy At West Point

Family: Married

Political/government experience: Successfully advocated for the Titusville Small Business Grant Program; Member of Citizens Budget Advisory Committee; First member of the Made In Brevard EDC initiative

Web: VoteForPatrick.com

Email: Patrick@VoteForPatrick.com

Social media: facebook.com/Patrick-Pearce-For-Titusville-Mayor-1690527067879297; youtube.com/channel/UCAYglbH2nnpYurCoJS1kHoA 321-268-9769

Why are you the best candidate for this position? In 2016, the people of Titusville put forth a call for a new type of citizen. One with vision, purpose and leadership. I am answering that call with over 30 years of experience in information technology, business and municipal government. During that time, I attended George Washington University, acquiring certification as an IBM Senior Project Manager and utilized them at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Those skills will enable me to assist the city manager in evaluating issues that come before council to effectively deliver core services while providing our citizens a more responsive and efficient government.

Council seat 3

Aldon Bookhardt

Occupation: Owner of a roofing and construction company

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 46

Moved to Brevard: Brevard native

Education: Pursuing political science degree; holds Florida General Contractors and Roofing Contractors License.

Family: Engaged, two children

Political/government experience: Ran unsuccessfully for Titusville Council Seat 3 in 2008; I’ve helped brother in circuit court judicial campaign in 2006 and 2014.

Contact information:Email: Aldon@bookhardt.net Contact: 321-360-9377

Why are you the best candidate for this position? 1. I’m the only candidate that supports changing the city charter as it relates to how city council is elected from at-large to district representation. 2. I’m in favor of having the city pay a living wage to all of its employees and eliminating duplicity. 3. I’m in favor of economic development and new public infrastructure to improve the life, health, safety and environmental hazards in parts of our city that have been underserved for decades. 4. I’m for crime reduction by bring back the CITA summer program for youths and creating living wage jobs in our city.

Dan Diesel

Occupation: Assistant principal, Titusville High School

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 58

Moved to Brevard: 1965

Education: Bachelor’s degree, Tennessee Tech; Master’s degree, Nova Southeastern

Family: Married, three children, four grandchildren

Political/government experience: Mayor of the Town Council, Tennessee Tech.

Contact: 321-615-1019

Why are you the best candidatee for this position: My 33-year career as a teacher, coach and administrator would allows me to bring a team-building background to our city. I have spent my entire career working with individuals and groups setting and reaching goals as a team.

We must be able to communicate before we can collaborate. We must be able to communicate with ALL stakeholders, and we must be able to get all stakeholders to communicate with each other. I believe that the people of Titusville want to know how much a council member cares, before they really care how much that member may know. Knowing without caring is not enough.

Don Human

Occupation: General and roofing contractor; home inspector

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 52

Moved to Brevard: Native of Titusville

Education: MBA, Rollins College; BS in aeronautics, Embry Riddle University, AA, Brevard Community College

Family: Married, three children

Political/government experience: Ran unsuccessfully for seat 1 and mayor in past elections, worked on government projects for 19 years

Contact information:Email: ti-con@cfl.rr.com Contact: 321-360-8262

What makes you the best candidate for this position?: I have a Masters in Business which is helpful working with budgets while understanding that you must spend money wisely to move forward. Every tax dollars wasted is hurting the people that we represent. I understand that the machine behind the scenes that makes our City work must be maintained, meaning the Police, Fire and City employees. Growth is essential for the future of any city, and should be tailored to match the vision set by the community and the city leaders. Titusville has a great future and needs to be lead in the right direction to ensure our success.

Ralph ‘Joe’ Urich

Occupation: Disabled veterans outreach program specialist; private investigator

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 46

Moved to Brevard: 1998

Education: Masters, management and leadership; pursuing masters, clinical mental health counseling

Family: Married, four children

Political/government experience:Navy veteran; federal law enforcement security officer; Career Source Brevard, disabled veteran outreach program specialist

Contact information: Email: Joeu2003@gmail.com Social media: facebook.com/JOEURICHSeat3 Contact: 321-917-9419

Why am I the best candidate for the position?: I’m the best candidate because of my vast experience and knowledge. 20 year Navy Veteran, Supervisor for up to 100 Sailors, their welfare, leadership, responsibility; millions of dollars of military property, budget over $100 million during our physical year. My civilian experience working at KSC in the protective service department, law enforcement supervisor for 150 officers, safety, budget, workers compensation injuries, logistics for eight years. Florida DEO: Veteran Representative (DVOP), dealing with the employment aspects for the Veterans in the Northern part of Brevard to include Titusville, and a small business owner of a Private Investigation Agency.

Council seat 5

Stan Johnston

Occupation:Semi-retired: 40 years as professional engineer; 36 years as professional land surveyor

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 70

Moved to Brevard: 1971

Education: graduated BSCE (Civil Engineering), Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honorary Society from West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Family: Married, four children

Political/government experience: 10 years as an employee of Brevard County; 71/2 years engineer with city of Titusville; ran unsuccessfully for school board in 1995; city council 2013

Email: guindolaj1@aol.com

Contact: (321) 267-7343

Why are you the best candidate for this position? I love my family and I love Titusville, our home. My most important goal, if elected, is to listen to Titusville citizens and to protect and to preserve what we have. I am a professional engineer; employed by city from 2000 to 2008; a veteran; and four generations of my family & my wife Guin's family have made N. Brevard and Titusville their home. I accept no donations. I question the management of our well fields, stormwater, flood plains, planning/zoning, lackluster results of paving of dirt roads, Fisher's proposal for a stadium; and our efforts to preserve the Indian River Lagoon.

Jo Lynn Nelson

Occupation:Lawyer

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 62

Moved to Brevard County: Native

Education: University of Florida undergrad; Stetson University School of Law

Family: Divorced, two children

Political/Governmental experience: I was the first female attorney to run a division in the State Attorney's Office.

Web: jolynnfortitusville.com

Social media: on Facebook at Jo Lynn Nelson for City Council

Why are your the best candidate for this position? I believe that I have the integrity and experience necessary for this job. I was one of the first female attorneys in the State Attorneys Office. As the Juvenile Division Chief we were able to cut the case load by more than 50 percent. During that time, I served as a member of the Juvenile Rules Committee, which drafts proposed rules for the Supreme Court, served on the Country Acres Advisory Board, and was a member of the Florida Bar Grievance Committee. In 2008, I joined the Titusville Sunrise Rotary (President in 2011; Rotarian of the year in 2013). I retired in 2015.

Al Shastri

Occupation:Pharmacy manager

Hometown: Titusville

Age: 46 years

Moved to Brevard: 1998.

Education: Bachelor of science, criminal justice.

Family: Married, three children

Political/government experience: None.

Email: alkeshshastri@yahoo.com

Web: alshastri.com

Social media: facebook.com/alkeshshastrifortitusvillecitycouncil

Why are you the best candidate for this position? I’m capable of fiscally responsible investing. I know the importance of acquiring strong relationships with local business owners because I, myself, have been a business owner for many years. Investing city funds into a successful project requires scrutiny. An expenditure that doesn’t benefit the citizens of Titusville as a whole is one that costs more than it's worth, I understand that. Most importantly, though, I’ve a sense of pride for Titusville; I will make sure that it prospers into a beautiful place to live for all of us. That’s why I’m the best candidate for Titusville City Council Seat 5.