Candidate: James Clasby

My name is James Clasby, and I am ready to lead Fort Pierce into the future. I am a multiple generation Fort Pierce Native. I have lived here my whole life, and I would not want to live anywhere else. I attended Fairlawn Elementary, Lincoln Park Academy Middle School, and John Carroll High School. I earned my Associates Degree at IRSC, my Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from FAU, and my Master’s Degree in Public Administration at FAU.​

The politics of local government have always been my passion. While in college I was able to work as a St. Lucie County intern with the County Commissioners, the Office of Management and Budget, and the Planning and Development Services Department. In 2011 at the age of 22, I became the youngest person in St Lucie County history to be appointed to the Citizen’s Budget Committee. In 2014 at the age of 24, I became the youngest St Lucie County Planning and Zoning Commissioner to be appointed At-Large. I was able to serve on the SLC MPO Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee. I have also traveled to Tallahassee during legislative session as a member of the Treasure Coast Builders Association to encourage our state representatives to support common sense legislation. Over the past 10 years I have worked for both the public and private sectors as a Development Project Manager, Community Redevelopment Project Manager, Facilities Project Manager, and as a Construction Project Manager. 

My overall goal is to increase the quality of life for Fort Pierce Residents. I champion Public Safety, Complete Streets, Public Open Spaces, Parks, High-Quality and Affordable Housing, Community Infrastructure, and Redevelopment Projects that help to maintain and enhance the unique character of our beautiful city. I love the City of Fort Pierce. It has always been a dream of mine to represent our city. Now more than ever it is important that we elect leaders that have experience navigating government in both the public and private sectors; leaders that understand development and the importance of protecting our environment and local culture; leaders that champion low taxes, low utility bills, and are not afraid to speak their mind. I believe that my education and work history have put me in a position to fulfill all of these requirements. That is why I have decided to run for Fort Pierce City Commission in District 2, and I humbly ask for you to vote for me.

Respectfully,   

James Clasby, MPA