• Dentist/small business owner who has to make payroll.
• Citizen willing to pay his share of taxes ... but not more.
• Parent with children who are underemployed.
• Grandfather who is concerned about the education of all our children.
• Public Servant who has proven to be honest, dedicated and effective.
Fred's Background, Qualifications & Honors:
• Born and raised in Orlando, Florida
• Graduated U. of Iowa, College of Dentistry
• Served as Captain in U.S. Air Force
• Past President/Chairman:
Kiwanis Church Congregation Volusia-Flagler Dental Association Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Ormond Beach Planning/Development Review Boards Volusia Transportation Planning Organization Volusia Council of Governments
• Ormond Beach Mayor 2002-2010
• Florida Legislative Committee on Intergovernmental Relations
• Marvin Samuels Leadership Award 2005
• VCARD Citizen of the Year 2006
• Volusia League of Cities Elected Official of the Year 2007
• FDA Freshman Legislator of the Year 2011
• American Conservative Union: "Defender of Liberty"
• Florida Chamber of Commerce: "A" rated with a score of 100
• Associated Industries of Florida: Ranked #1 with a score of 100
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