On the Ballot: Juan Lopez Estevez for St. Petersburg City Council

Juan Lopez Estevez is running to represent District 3 on St. Petersburg, Florida’s city council. As a GoodParty.org Certified candidate, Lopez Estevez is committed to running a non-partisan campaign and serving St. Petersburg with integrity.

On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, Lopez Estevez’s name will appear on the ballot alongside five other candidates in District 3. District 3 is located in the northeastern part of St. Petersburg. It includes the areas surrounding Placido Bayou, Smacks Bayou, and Snell Isle Harbor.

Lopez Estevez shared with GoodParty.org why he believes he is the best candidate to represent District 3 on the St. Petersburg City Council.

“I am running to bring my proven track record of public service and municipal work experience to address the biggest challenges facing St. Petersburg,” Lopez Estevez said. “Having been raised in the district, I am deeply committed to preserving the character, identity, and charm of our city. As we face rapid growth and development, my goal is to ensure that our progress enhances our community without compromising our quality of life and what makes St. Petersburg special.”

Lopez Estevez currently serves as an executive for the Tampa Convention Center, a municipal department that has allowed him to gain experience working with city government over the past 13 years. He has also been involved with the Council of Neighborhood Associations (CONA) Leadership Program, the St. Petersburg Citizens Police Academy, and St. Pete Together. 

“Along with two bachelor’s degrees and being a small business owner, I believe my experience in public service and community involvement have best prepared me to serve in office,” Lopez Estevez said.

Lopez Estevez’s work ethic and dedication have extended to his campaign for city council as well. He said he is passionate about representing all members of the St. Petersburg community.

“Since announcing my candidacy, I have personally knocked on over 9,000 doors and attended over 50 neighborhood and community events as part of my grassroots campaign. This is the representation of my community and work ethic that I will bring to City Hall,” he said.

The race for St. Petersburg City Council is a non-partisan election, meaning that candidates’ political affiliations will not appear next to their names on the ballot. As a non-partisan candidate, Lopez Estevez hopes to focus on local issues, not party politics.

“My top three priorities are addressing flood mitigation and infrastructure, enhancing public safety, and fiscal stewardship of our city budget,” Lopez Estevez said. “I will work diligently to expand our storm drains, add pumping stations, and explore the implementation of flood gates and canal locks. Additionally, I will collaborate with state and local officials to streamline the process for residents to elevate their homes.”

Want to learn more about Lopez Estevez’s vision for St. Petersburg and his commitment to serving the Sunshine City? Visit his campaign website for more information.

You can also read our full voter guide to Florida’s city council elections on August 20, 2024 here.

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