Candidate: Barbara Morano

Barbara Morano: Championing Community Voices

Driven by a commitment to empowering the people and ensuring sustainable growth, Barbara Morano emerges as a formidable figure in the political landscape of Walton County. With a mantra of "Prioritize, Organize, Economize, Optimize," Barbara Morano stands as a beacon of change, dedicated to preserving the county's quality of life while advocating for inclusive policies and responsible development.

Professional Highlights:

Board Positions:

• South Walton Community Council (2018-Present)
• President of HOA, Draper Lake Coastal Village (2014-2017)
• Architectural Control Committee, Draper Lake Coastal Village (2018-2020)
• President of HOA, Hidden Lake Condominiums (2019-Present)

Political Engagement:

Active involvement in key political organizations including the South Walton Republican Party, Walton Republican Federated Women, Walton County Taxpayers Association, and Florida Republican Women-Walton.

Notable Achievements:

• Successfully defeated rezoning proposals such as the RV Park on Moll Drive and industrial warehouses on Mussett Bayou, preserving residential and conservation areas.
• Collaborated with developers and neighborhood associations to mitigate the density and intensity of projects, such as reducing 138 unit residential triplex development to 31 single-family homes.
• Engaged in workshops with the Walton County Planning Department on crucial issues like the Mobility Plan and Fee, Short-Term Rental Ordinance, and the tree ordinance.
• Instrumental in securing the designation of 30A as a National Scenic Byway and advocating against rezoning on 30A.
• Collaborated with the Inlet Beach Neighborhood Association to defeat a six unit Planned  Unit Development to justify variances.
• Alerted the neighbors in The Pines neighborhood of a townhouse development. We  successfully reduced the number to six homes.
• Actively communicated with citizens via platforms like Facebook to inform them of upcoming meetings and developments, ensuring transparency and community participation.

Education:

• Holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts and Science from Queens College.
• Earned a Master of Arts degree from Adelphi University.
• Holds additional certifications in leadership and administration.

Integrity, Inclusion, Advocacy:

Barbara Morano is renowned for her integrity, inclusive approach, and unwavering advocacy for conservation and preservation efforts.

Through strategic collaboration and tireless dedication, Barbara Morano has consistently worked to amplify community voices and effect positive change.

In the upcoming election, Barbara Morano presents a compelling vision for Walton County: a vision rooted in integrity, driven by inclusivity, and dedicated to fostering a vibrant, sustainable future.

It's time for a change, and Barbara Morano is the catalyst for that change. #2024 Time for a Change!