Suncoast Tiger Bay Club 7-31-19 District 1 City Council Candidates: Robert Blackmon and John Hornbeck

Suncoast Tiger Bay Club 7-31-19  District 1 City Council Candidates: Robert Blackmon and John Hornbeck

 

Who will replace Council Chair Charlie Gerdes?

Robert Blackmon, local real estate investor, launched his campaign on July 3rd. His endorsements include State Senator Darryl Rouson, State Rep. Wengay Newton, former Mayors Bob Ulrich and Rick Baker. He has also won endorsements from current City Council members (and Democrats) Darden Rice and Brandi Gabbard.

John Hornbeck, a young attorney, is relatively unknown, but has seen support increase since Orsini's drop from the race.