With a heavy heart I am ending my campaign for City Council. I
was not looking for a different job, but was offered a position that was simply too good to pass up, and I will be relocating to Phoenix. The hardest part of accepting the job was the realization that I will not serve on Council and am leaving the city I love.

I want to thank everyone who supported me, especially those who I had never met before, who called or emailed me out of the blue or sent a contribution because they believed I could make a difference. I have found a great many people who support the ideas we’ve brought forward, and I sincerely hope the City and its residents will work to make them a reality. Even if we accomplish only half of them Temple Terrace will be well on its way to cementing its place as the greatest community in Hillsborough County.

I was committed to spending minimal money and accomplished that. I will refund nearly all of the contributions I received over the next weeks unless you would like me to forward your contribution to a local charity instead. (I’ve chosen Clouds of Hope to receive any surplus donations.) Thank you again for all of your support and encouragement. I wish you all well in the future.

- Dave

(P.S., My name still appears on the ballot, so if you are in to moral victories...Vote for Dave! :)

TRAILS CONCEPT MAPS- Here are my ideas for a comprehensive trails network that will connect our neighborhoods, recreational areas, employment centers, and shopping centers.

I have a vision for our future that goes beyond low tax rates and maintaining the high level of service that we have come to expect in Temple Terrace.  We can lead Hillsborough County by example in everything from redevelopment to transportation solutions, energy efficiency initiatives, high quality schools, and outstanding public parks. 

We need leaders who bring something unique to the process and have a vision for our city's future.  I have the right mix of professional and civic experience for the job, and I ask for your help moving our city forward.

  Click here for recent updates and ideas posted on my campaign Facebook page.  Even if you don't have a Facebook account, you can still view updated information and read posts on various issues.

My Platform

This campaign should be about ideas and a vision for our future and not decided on name recognition or sound bites. 

Issues I feel are important in this election are:

• Fiscal Responsibility
• Energy Efficiency and Smart Use of City Resources
• Economic Development 
• Transportation Solutions
• Enhanced Park System
• Targeted Property Tax Breaks
• Expanding economic opportunities through a stronger relationship with USF

Make a Donation

In 2008 I was proud to have spent the least of the four candidates and showed that you don't have to spend thousands of dollars to be competitive in our elections.

Please donate $5 today and help me get out my message.  I promise to be responsible with all contributions and to spend them wisely.

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Please Contact Me

If you have an issue that you do not feel is being addressed in this election or have suggestions on what the City should or could be doing better, please call me at (813) 980-2033 or email me at dave@davepenoyer.com