Stacy Frank announces run for state House
Stacy Frank, an attorney and small business owner, today announced her candidacy for Florida's District 57 House seat. Frank,a Democrat, wants to replace Republican Faye Culp, who is term-limited out of the post. Frank is the daughter of Hillsborough clerk of the circuit court Pat Frank, a former Hillsborough County Commissioner.
Frank's announcement comes with a long list of endorsements, including U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor, Hillsborough County Commissioner Kevin Beckner, Hillsborough County Public Defender Julianne Holt, Tampa City Council members Thomas Scott, Linda Saul-Sena, Gwen Miller, and Charlie Miranda and former Tampa Mayor Sandy Freedman.
Frank can expect resistance from a vocal group of folks who have been fighting the placement of cell phone towers on Hillsborough County school property, saying they may pose health hazards to children. Frank is CEO of Collier Enterprises II, which holds a contract with the school district to lease land for the towers.
"I will be doing everything I can to make sure she doesn't get elected." said Carrie Grimail, a cell phone tower opponent. "She's not going to represent us, the people. She's going to be representing her telecommunications buddies. She's defended them in lawsuits. Those are her constituents. That's what she's said through her actions."
Janet Zink, Times Staff Writer
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Peter says she will throw in the towel at 7:15 p.m.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:02 PM
Peter and Barry go off to get drunk and sulk.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:02 PM
Great campaign for a loser. Thank You, Peter and Barry.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:03 PM
Rouson's husband in hiding.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:04 PM
Angela, a very warm and engaging person,made the mistake of getting involved with the two crooks - Peter and Barry.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:05 PM
City breaths a sigh of relief.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:05 PM
Peter and Barry couldn't wave enough signs.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:06 PM
It was not about the candidate, it was about Peter and Barry- the two crooks- as usual.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:07 PM
How much money did they steal from Angela????
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:07 PM
Look at me, Look at me - I have a blog.
Trouble is, Peter is that no one reads it except you and the other idiots.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:08 PM
Peter, the jig was up after your Poll.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:09 PM
Final $ report 4 Steve Kornell showed up online a few minutes ago. Kornell raised $15,280 for a total of $71,176.
http://bit.ly/bCnah
Posted by: Final $ report 4 Steve Kornell showed up online a few minutes ago. Kornell raised $15,280 for a total of $71,176. | November 03, 2009 at 02:10 PM
Pinellas SOE reports turnout in St. Pete election is 8.03%, not including 14% in early ballots already returned.
http://bit.ly/bCnah
Posted by: Pinellas SOE reports turnout in St. Pete election is 8.03%, not including 14% in early ballots already returned | November 03, 2009 at 02:19 PM
Lock up your money and your daughters/sons - Peter will be on the loose tonight.
Posted by: Rouson defeated in council bid. | November 03, 2009 at 02:20 PM