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"This was no easy selection because of the quality of the applicants."

- Susan Chapman, Sarasota City Commissioner
 

[Politics]  Normile, Zimmerman Land Sarasota Commission Seats
Jacob Ogles, jacob.ogles@srqme.com

A retired prosecutor and a former journalist were tapped Wednesday as the newest members of the Sarasota City Commission. Eileen Normile and Stan Zimmerman were sworn in at a special meeting on Wednesday afternoon.

"This was no easy selection because of the quality of the applicants," said Commissioner Susan Chapman, one of three sitting commissioners who voted upon the appointments. Chapman stressed there were a number of high quality individuals vying for the posts.

The new commissioners fill the District 2 and 3 seats vacated by former Commissioners Paul Caragiulo and Shannon Snyder, who both resigned to run for Sarasota County Commission. Caragiulo won that election and was named to the county board on Tuesday. Florida's resign-to-run law meant Snyder had to leave his position regardless of whether he was elected to the County Commission or not, and Snyder did not apply to be appointed to the remainder of his term.

The entire series of events led to the unprecedented vacations of two seats at the same time on the city commission. The vacant seats attracted 10 applicants to vie for the District 2 seat and four applicants to apply for District 3. Ultimately, Commissioners Chapman and Suzanne Atwell favored Zimmerman and Normile, while Mayor Willie Shaw backed attorney Shelli Eddie and former Charter Review Committee member Art Levin.

Normile, a former prosecutor, has lived in Sarasota for roughly six years and quickly become engaged in civic affairs, serving recently as chairman of The Citizens Voice, the political committee opposed to a strong mayor initiative earlier this year. In terms of volunteer work with the city, Normile also chaired the Independent Police Advisory Panel. After her appointment, she promised to treat the position with respect and work collegially with the rest of the commission.

Zimmerman has covered local politics as a journalist regularly for roughly 40 years, most recently for The Sarasota News Leader. He also served as a naval correspondent, acting for a period as chairman of the Maritime and Naval Correspondents Circle in Washington, D.C. Locally, he has twice been elected as chairman of the Sarasota Coalition of City Neighborhood Associations. He promised to bring truth and integrity to his new office.

Zimmerman's and Normile's appointments run through the end of Caragiulo's and Snyder's terms in May. District city elections are scheduled in March, with a potential runoff in May. 

[Good Bite]  Returning Without Reservation
Kaye Warr

I think the best endorsement that one can give any restaurant is that one still chooses to eat at said restaurant having worked there. Being intimately acquainted with the quality and treatment of the ingredients and the passion of the chef and management gives one a unique perspective on the beautiful plate of food, the artfully made cocktail and the pleasant ambiance. I used to be a waitress at The Table Creekside. At the beginning of each shift I donned gloves and rolled yuca mozzarella dough into bite-sized delicacies for baking and distribution to the tables I would later approach with recommendations of specials like Salmon Carpaccio or perfectly translucent Chilean Sea Bass to pair with innovative, hand-crafted, cocktails like the Kosher Dill Pickle Martini or the Caprese Cocktail. I used to work at The Table Creekside and I can say, without reservation, that you should make a reservation.  

The Table Creekside Restaurant and Lounge, 5365 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 941-921-9465

[Exec Move]  McCarthy Joins RE/MAX Platinum Realty

Midge McCarthy has returned to RE/MAX Platinum Realty as a broker-associate in the downtown Sarasota office. She was previously with Keller Williams Realty Select. Specializing in residential properties in Sarasota, the barrier islands, Osprey and Nokomis, she has 14 years of local real estate experience. McCarthy is a senior real estate specialist and e-Pro. Her sales performance has earned her membership in the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and RE/MAX Platinum Club, and she is a nine-year recipient of the Five Star Real Estate Agent Award for customer satisfaction. 

Platinum Realty

[Exec Move]  Neal Signature Homes Hires Campano

Neal Signature Homes hired Tony Campano to join its team as a purchasing manager. Campano brings more than 20 years of home building and commercial construction experience to Neal Signature Homes. In his new role, he will manage all aspects of the purchasing department, including analyzing cost-saving measures, managing internal databases, staying current with building codes and trends, maintaining trade relations and recruitment and working with other departments. 

Neal Signature Homes

[Exec Move]  Lui New Bicycle And Pedestrian Coordinator

Sarasota County hired Patrick Lui as its new bicycle and pedestrian coordinator. Lui previously spent seven years working for the town of Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada, six as a parks planner, then a year as the sustainable transportation coordinator. In that position, he was responsible for managing the implementation of a pedestrian and cycling master plan for the community. 

Sarasota County Government



[PHOTOS]  SRQ Hosted "Where the Votes Are"

SRQ Media Group hosted "Where the Votes Are" yesterday in the studio. Senior Editor Jacob Ogles presented findings from the recent November 4th general election. If you missed out on the early morning political banter, hot coffee and bagels - visit www.srqmagazine.com to view the presenttion online. Photos from the event are posted on http://www.clicksrq.com. We look forward to seeing you next time.  

SRQ Media Group

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