Three candidates are seeking the votes for St. Augustine City Commission, Seat 3, which is also the mayoral seat. It is a nonpartisan office and all voters in the city limits can vote in this race on the August ballot.
If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, the two with the most votes will advance to a runoff in November.
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News4Jax sent a questionnaire to each candidate asking about their background and their views on several issues. Scroll down to read the responses of those seeking your vote -- in their own words.
Note: Responses are sorted alphabetically by party and are presented exactly as submitted, with no editing by News4Jax staff.
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Noah Douglas Kowieski
Occupation: IT Services
Age: 23
Family: Melissa & Doug Kowieski
Education: A.A.S Intelligence Operations, B.S. International Affairs with an undergraduate certificate in Emergency Management and Homeland Security and currently completing a M.S in Cybersecurity Studies with a graduate certificate in Intelligence analysis
Political experience: First time candidate
What do you see as the top three issues you’ll likely face while holding this office?
- While occupying the office of Mayor, I will lead the charge in solving the vagrancy issues plaguing the city. Another major issue that we have continued to see is the failing infrastructure. Roadways need to be repaved badly and my goal is to get them repaired soon after entering office. I also plan to address and combat unsustainable development within the city.
How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot?
I am the best candidate for Mayor, my vision, drive and passion to move the city in the right direction will always be my priority. I enjoy getting to participate in this grassroots campaign where I get to listen to each and every voter.
I am a visionary and when I set my mind to something I will work tirelessly to accomplish those goals and when it comes to answering the calls of the constituency, their concerns and issue become my concerns and issues. I will ensure that every resident feels safe in their community and I will ensure their taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly.
What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?
- I will be remembered for my compassionate leadership. I plan to serve every resident of the city and want to ensure that the city of St Augustine has the resources available and policies in place that will continue to see the city flourish. St Augustine will continue to see a sustainable and growing economy, better local business policies, improved infrastructure and a commission that is focused on responsible governance.
Campaign website: noah4mayor.com
Campaign’s social media site(s): (No response)
Timothy John Miscovich, Jr.
Occupation: Chief Commercial Officer
Age: 31
Your family: Wife and Daughter
Education: Business and German - East Carolina University
Political experience: None
What do you see as the top three issues you’ll likely face while holding this office?
- Flooding and Traffic
- Quality of Life
- Development
How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot?
- By using my business/international experiences along with gathering input from the local community to ensure that the best and common sense decisions are made for our city.
What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?
- Doing the right thing for our community
Campaign website: (No response)
Campaign’s social media site(s): (No response)
Nancy Sikes-Kline
Occupation: Currently City Commissioner. Retired self employed land planning consultant
Age: 65 years young
Your family: Married to Roger 26 years, we have two adult sons.
Education: University of Florida B.A. Geography
Political experience: Elected to serve as Commissioner in 2008, 2010, 2014, and 2018.
What do you see as the top three issues you’ll likely face while holding this office?
- Providing for affordable and workforce housing, tackling traffic and parking problems, building a more resilient infrastructure to combat flooding and protect our historic and irreplaceable architecture.
How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot?
- This election is about choosing a new Mayor that has a proven track record, leadership skills, time and long term commitment to service in the city. In my 13+ years of elected public service to the city there have many changes - the economic downturn of 2009, the 450th Commemorations, two major hurricanes, a worldwide pandemic and explosive growth in areas surrounding the city. Navigating these times has given me a deep understanding of the city and the issues it faces, a proven track record of making good decisions knowing people’s lives and livelihoods are affected.
What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?
- I want to be known for being a Mayor who remembers who she works for, and works hard on the issues the citizens care about. For using my experience and leadership skills to keep the city focused on fiscal responsibility, public safety, increasing mobility and parking, building a more resilient infrastructure and protecting and preserving its authentic history.
Campaign website: facebook.com/sikeskline
Campaign’s social media site(s): facebook.com/sikeskline