Kevin White’s Withdrawal Letter

February 18, 2012

Incumbent District 5 Escambia County Commissioner Kevin White withdrew from the race Friday. The following is a letter from White faxed to NorthEscambia.com —

To the citizens of District 5 and Escambia County,

Just over eight years ago, I walked from Cantonment to Century to kick off-my campaign for the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners, District 5. The walk was long, but it gave me a unique opportunity to listen to the citizens along the way about what they perceived as challenges facing our community. Many expressed the desire for better jobs, and a smaller, more efficient county government. Others wanted the county’s infrastructure improved with paved roads and sidewalks. And some wanted our community cleaner with an emphasis on protecting our natural resources.

I was fortunate that the citizens put their trust in me and elected me to two successful terms. Every day I worked to make our community better, not just for the citizens of District 5, but the community as a whole. My experience in the United States Air Force, Air National Guard and as a small business owner helped me become a more effective commissioner. I am proud of the progress we’ve made as a county over the past eight years. We’ve recruited businesses and created jobs and cut the county budget by 71 million dollars. District 5 has benefited with more paved roads, newer parks, sidewalks and bike paths, and new trees planted in many areas. I believe the quality of life is better than it has been in a generation.

With this in mind, I have decided not to seek a third term for the District 5 seat. I still care very deeply about Escambia County and will remain active to see that our community moves forward in a positive direction. I have given eight years to Escambia County and I believe that it is time for someone else to have the opportunity to serve. The District 5 seat doesn’t belong to me……it belongs to the people….and I am humbled and thankful for the experience.

Being a member of the County Commission and serving with my colleagues has been a challenging and rewarding experience. We have tackled many policy issues that impacted the citizens for the county. I am proud of the way everyone worked to put the community back together after the devastation of Hurricane Ivan; I am thankful to the dedicated county employees who continue to amaze me with their commitment to the betterment of Escambia County. I could not have accomplished so many goals without them.

This chapter in my life is coming to a close and I will always remember having the awesome responsibility of serving the citizens of Escambia County. They are very informed and I have learned a lot from their insights.

May God bless you and Escambia County. It has been a wonderful ride.

– Kevin White

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