July 19, 2006 9:00 a.m.
Jim attended the Seminole County Police Chiefs Association meeting at the Lake Mary Police Department. Jim was introduced by State Attorney Norman Wolfinger, and had the opportunity to address the members. Those in attendance included police chiefs from Longwood, Winter Springs, Sanford, Lake Mary, the Sanford Airport authority, and Altamonte Springs. A representative from the Seminole County Housing Authority, the Seminole County School Board, and Mr. Larry Dale, the chairman of the Seminole County Airport authority were also present. Sheriff Don Eslinger and Undersheriff Steven Heriot were in attendance.
July 19, 2006 7:00 p.m.
Jim attended a homeowners association meeting, for a subdivision called the Hills of Lake Mary, in Lake Mary Wednesday evening. Jim's longtime friend, Thomas C. Greene, an attorney in Seminole County, and the Mayor of Lake Mary, introduced Jim to the approximately 75 guests, including several elected officials. Jim was able to meet many of the attendees, and left his literature at the tables for guests to take home.
July 17, 2006We went to Tallahassee on Sunday, so we could be at the Division of Elections for the first day of qualifying, which was today. We paid the filing fee, filed our last paperwork, and are qualified for the September ballot.
July 14, 2006
July 14, 2006
Jim and Cindy attended the President's Banquet with installation of officers for the Brevard County Bar Association at the Eau Gallie Yacht Club. The event was full, and attended by over 75 local Bar Members. The incoming officers were installed, including our new Brevard Bar President, Kim Rezanka. One highlight of the meeting was the recognition of three attendees, Bar members, who each have more than 50 years of Bar membership: Mr. Dressler, Mr. Durham, and Mr. Tietig.
July 13, 2006 5:30 p.m.
The Law Firm of Cianfrogna, Telfer, Reda, Faherty, and Anderson, P.A. , hosted an event this evening at their beautiful offices in Titusville. The event was well attended. Senior Partner Louis Cianfrogna, his partners
Robert Telfer, Dan Faherty, and Robert T. Anderson were all present, as were staff members and two associate attorneys, Mike Pirolo, and Andy Tischler. Friends and supporters Joan Gray and David McLaughlin of Titusville came to show support, as did attorneys Jay Fowler and Steven Charpentier. Shortly before the event began, Jim received a phone call from Representative Thad Altman's office, indicating that they are endorsing Jim's candidacy! Great news, and thanks again to Lou and his partners for putting on such a great event.
July 12, 2006 5:30 P.M
The first campaign event kicked off at 5:30 today, at Stuart's Bistro in Indialantic. The Bistro is a fabulous restaurant, and we were very lucky that Stuart Borton and his wife Nancy are supporters. We had 37 people, that we were able to count, come to wish the campaign well. Jim's election committee members Michael Kahn, Scott Glover, and Mark Anthony Gager attended, as well as numerous friends from as far back as high school. Jim's mother, Rachel came, as did his brother, Dan. Our daughter in law Hilary helped Cindy with all of our guests. Representative Mitch Needelman surprised us with a very passionate endorsement of Jim's candidacy, as well as a campaign contribution! We have known Mitch and Joannie for years now, and are lucky to count them as friends. At the end of the evening, contributions exceeded $3,000.00. Many thanks to all of our friends who attended, and to Nancy and Stuart for putting on such a great event.
Our Titusville kick off is tomorrow night at the
law firm of Cianfrogna, Telfer, Reda, and Fahterty.
July 12, 2006 Jim attended the breakfast meeting of the Cape Canaveral-Port Canaveral Kiwanis. Jim was invited by the Treasurer, Linda Gibson, to speak on the many aspects of the State Attorney's office. The meeting was well attended, and informational for all participants.
Jim attended "Tuesday Tuesday", hosted by the Titusville Chamber of Commerce at the new Riverside Bank on Highway 50 in Titusville. Louis Cianfrogna, a prominent Titusville attorney, introduced Jim to many attendees. Mike Pirolo, an attorney, and Mr. Cianfrogna's associate, was present as well. The event was well attended by many Titusville business representatives. Ray Sharkey, Port Commissoner, was present with his wife Marion. The Chamber and Riverside Bank put on a great buffet, and everyone had a fine time.
July 7, 2006
Jim and Cindy attended a gathering of the Gator Club at Bunky's in Satellite Beach. A fun group, good food, a good time. Go Gators!
July 6, 2006
Jim attended a forum by Project Fight Back, sponsored by Brevard County Triad, an organization supported by the State Attorney, Brevard County Sheriff's Office, and the Police Chief's Association. The topic today was educating seniors about fraud and abuse. The speakers included Sheriff Jack Parker, Chief Phil Ludos, Cocoa Police Department, and Kathy Dudley with the State Attorney's Office. The event was well attended and very informational.
July 4, 2006
Happy Independence Day to all! Cindy and I attended the Melbourne Fourth of July parade today, saw many friends celebrating the independence of our country. It was great seeing so many folks participating, and honoring those who have served in our armed forces. We flew our flag today too, in honor of all of our servicemen and women, and in honor of our son Joe, who served with the 101st Airborne in Iraq. We are happy and proud that he served, and that we have him home safely.
The campaign became official on June 29, 2006 when we filed the Appointment of Treasurer and Designation of Depository at the State Division of Elections in Tallahassee.
We have a great organization, headed by Campaign Manager Cindy Earp, Campaign Consultant Nelle Ayres, Fundraising Chair Louis Cianfrogna, Treasurer Ross Whitley, CPA of Berman, Hopkins, Wright & LaHam, CPA, LLP. Our committee includes State Attorney Norman Wolfinger, Sheriff Jack Parker, Scott Glover, James Theriac, Esq., Michael Kahn, Esq., Rob and Shelly Johnson, Stuart and Nancy Borton, Mark Anthony Gager, Esq., and Charlie Roberts, Esq.
On Monday July 3, 2006, we sent out a mailing to the members of the Brevard County Bar Association, and others, that announced our two events coming up on July 12 and 13.
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