Matt's Plan for Government Reform
It's time to modernize Largo's government to make it more representative, accountable, and transparent. My plan introduces practical, proven reforms to put power back into the hands of the people.
My Platform for a More Representative, Accountable, and Transparent Largo
My plan for Largo is built on four key pillars. These aren't just ideas; they are proven, practical reforms designed to put power back where it belongs: with the people. This is my commitment to you.
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My Plan for Fairer Representation
I will fight to adopt a hybrid commission structure, just like the one used successfully by Pinellas County:
- 1 Mayor & 3 Commissioners elected city-wide to maintain a broad vision.
- 3 Commissioners elected from new East, Central, and West districts.
- This ensures every neighborhood has a dedicated voice and direct accountability.
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My Plan for New Voices & Term Limits
To bring fresh perspectives to City Hall, I will champion non-retroactive term limits:
- Three consecutive 4-year terms maximum for the Mayor and all Commissioners.
- This popular reform, which passed in Pinellas County with 89.61% of the vote, ensures our leaders stay responsive to the people.
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My Plan for Citizen Empowerment
I will introduce an online petition system to give you a direct line to the Commission:
- 250 signatures from Largo voters will trigger a formal, public response from the city.
- 1,000 signatures will guarantee the issue is scheduled for a full public debate at a City Commission meeting.
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My Plan for Radical Transparency
You have a right to know how your government works. I will mandate:
- Live-streaming and archiving all public meetings, including advisory boards.
- Recording and posting all procurement (RFP/RFQ) meetings online for public review.
- An interactive online budget portal showing proposed vs. actual spending.