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Gene Gallo, Ward 1 City Councilman, City of Bradenton
Government Official Questionnaire online.
What is your role in your organization?
City Councilman Ward 1, City of Bradenton
Why did you want to be in this position?
To be involved and continue to help the people of Bradenton.
What are your top three priorities?
Crime, transportation, growth and keeping taxes low.
What is your biggest challenge?
Balancing the budget.
What do you like best about Manatee County?
Location, people.
What is the one thing you would change if you could to make a difference (job or community)?
Consolidate into ”One Big City!“
What is your favorite past-time?
Fishing.
Where are you from? How did you get to live in Manatee County?
Miami, FL. I moved here with my parents in 1954.
What additional comments do you want to share with the community?
None.
Gene Gallo, Ward 1 Councilman, City of Bradenton
101 Old Main Street
Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: (941) 932-9448
E-mail: gene.gallo@cityofbradenton.com
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