I’m Bobi Lore, a Key West business owner and local activist running to represent the people of District 2.
I will stand up for the working people of this community, who bear the weight of keeping our island functioning at its best, with integrity and genuine care for their well being.
As a consensus builder who loves working with people in the belief that a rising tide lifts all our boats, I will work to build solidarity between us and not let forces that may seek to divide us against each other take hold.
I will meet with my constituents regularly and listen to their concerns, learning how I can best serve them. On the commission I will be an advocate for studying, debating, and expressing the pros and cons of any decision we vote on. I will not stand for backroom deals or other actions that are not given the transparency of open debate. My inner compass always points toward the common good.
Community
With District 2 containing the Garrison Bight / City Marina, I know it is important to stand for the particular needs of the live aboard community and I will do that. To all my constituents I will show up to hear from you, learn from you, and work to improve your life here in Key West.
Affordability
One of my priorities on the Commission will be holding the City accountable to how it spends money. I will work to keep our taxation reasonable and be mindful of where the city choses to devote resources.
Our Culture
Another priority is working to retain and nurture the cultural and social qualities that has made Key West a unique and highly desirable place to live as well as visit. Faced with efforts to minimize those qualities I will stand with the people that help make our city great.
Respect
Owning a business in Key West with over forty employees has given me the opportunity to lead with my approach to life, centered on treating people with kindness and respect, and creating a strong sense of family within my company. I will show that respect to the citizens of District 2 in the same way.
As a citizen concerned with public safety I will work with our local police, fire, and emergency response teams to ensure they have the resources they need and that they are well trained to handle any crises that may arise. We all want to feel safe and welcome in our community.
Common Good
One thing I admire about Key West is it has perfected the art of gathering for a drink or two, with some theme that inspires creativity among us, toward the goal of raising money for a cause or candidate we believe in. As a commissioner I will joyfully represent my district at such events to energize the show of support for those causes.
I have enjoyed being philanthropic in our city, helping support organizations such as AH Monroe, Sister Season Fund, Smart Ride, Womankind, Queer Keys, The Theater and Arts Community, and The Key West Business Guild.
We are all in this together and need to live as One Human Family.
