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January 12, 2016
From the Office of Tim Nance - Collier County Commissioner- District#5
Following the most serious deliberation and consideration, I have made the decision not to run for
re-election for an additional term in office.
In my service as District#5 Commissioner I have been thankful for the support I have received from my
constituents, my fellow Commissioners, County Staff, and the many other elected officials who represent the
citizens of Collier County. During my term in office the County Commission has become more collegial, more
professional and less partisan, less beholden to special interests, and more focused and dedicated to taking care
of the people's business. It has been a great personal pleasure for me to participate in this transformation.
I believe the Board is now working much more effectively, together, toward meeting the challenges that both
Collier citizens and local Government face as the County experiences renewed rapid growth, moving toward
build-out.
It has been my good fortune to live my entire life in South Florida, and work the majority of my 30 year
professional career for a great Agribusiness company based in Collier County. Following my retirement, I
decided to enter Public Service. It was a challenge not undertaken lightly and not free of difficulty, but I am
pleased with my decision and I hope that I have made a small contribution to the Public welfare, and made a
difference in the lives of our citizens, especially for the communities and citizens of eastern Collier County.
I am looking forward to 2016, the final year of my public service, to continuing to contribute to the
collective wisdom of the Board to the best of my ability. There are indeed many challenges ahead.
As a private citizen once again, I will continue to be active in charitable, civic, and other not for profit
organizations throughout our community, and continue as an active citizen advocate for eastern Collier County.
My wife Gayle and I look forward to the opportunity to spend additional time together during the
retirement years of our lives as I lay down the responsibilities of office upon the conclusion of my current term.
My sincerest thanks to everyone who has given me the opportunity to serve in this important position.
It has been my greatest Honor.
Respectfully,
Tim Nance - Collier County Commissioner, District#5