Local Focus: District 1
Carol's concern is for local issues that affect District 1: managing growth, conserving our environment, affordable housing, veterans' care, being a good steward of our resources and not grandstanding on national issues!
Protecting Finances
Carol will vote against impractical or wasteful spending projects. She will also make sure that growth pays for itself through full collection of impact fees from developers at proper rates, not outdated rates.
Civic Engagement
Carol will get up close and personal with her constituents. She will respond meaningfully to emails and calls, and hold regular town halls. She will educate the public and improve communication from the BoCC and county staff.
Events & Announcements
Two More Endorsements!
We are proud to announce that we have received two more endorsements.
First, we are grateful for the endorsement from the Manatee Patriots. The Patriots are one of the most active groups educating our local area about the issues and we are grateful for their endorsement!
We are also grateful for the endorsement from Florida News Report. Florida News Report has been a great source for trying to hold our elected officials accountable.
Thank you for your trust and confidence in Carol!
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Check Your Voter Registration!
Are You Registered to Vote?
Florida is a closed primary state. What does that mean?
It means that you can only vote in the primary of the party in which you are registered. So if you're registered as a Republican, you can vote in the Republican primaries - but ONLY in Republican primaries! People who are not registered Republicans cannot vote in the Republican primary.
Carol is running as a Republican for County Commissioner. To vote for Carol in August, you will need to be a registered Republican living in District 1 of Manatee County.
Have you checked your registration? You can check your registration online!
Click HERE to check your registration status. You can update your registration to change parties, request an absentee or mail-in ballot, and review your voting activity for the past 12 months.
Are you in District 1? This map will help you figure it out. Clicking the link to check your registration status will help you make sure of that too.
Carol in the News
Manatee voters make statement by backing school tax referendum - YourObserver.com
Manatee County Commission will have 3 new board members. See Election Day results - The Bradenton Herald
Kruse, McCann, Siddique, and Felts win Manatee County Commission Races - The Bradenton Times
Carol Ann Felts Wins Manatee County District 1 - The Bradenton Herald
Felts Overcomes Long Odds to Defeat Metallo in Manatee County Commission D1 Race - The Bradenton Times
Grassroots Candidates Sweep Manatee County GOP Primary Races - The Bradenton Journal
Farrington, Kruse, Siddique win key primary races - Anna Maria Island Sun
Want Change In Our Party? This Week Is Your Chance - Florida News Report
Observer Recommends: Manatee - YourObserver.com
The Bradenton Journal Endorses...- The Bradenton Journal
The Bradenton Times Endorsement: Carol Felts- The Bradenton Times
The Bradenton Times Podcast, Episode 150: Carol Felts- The Bradenton Times
Soleta Golf Club plans to put Myakka City on the map as golf destination - YourObserver.com
County's Plan to Remove Median Trees Draws Citizen Concern - The Bradenton Times
Annoyance not enough to change look of Manatee County Commission in 2024 - YourObserver.com
More Candidates File For County Commission Races - The Bradenton Times
‘We must do better.’ Bradenton residents speak out against cuts to wetlands protection - The Bradenton Herald
A second new golf course is planned for Myakka City. PGA Champion Azinger is a partner - The Bradenton Herald
Candidate Profile: Carol Felts - The Bradenton Times
Six questions for Manatee County Commission candidate Carol Felts - The Bradenton Journal
Candidates lining up to challenge Manatee County Commissioner James Satcher in 2024 - The Bradenton Journal
LWV County Commission Notes: 9/12/23 - The Bradenton Times
LWV County Commission Notes: 8/8/23 - The Bradenton Times
Five More Florida Counties Pass Land Conservation Referenda - The Bradenton Times
County Commission on Unexpected Recess until November 29 - The Bradenton Times
Letter: Myakka - The Bradenton Times
After favoritism found in Manatee County government, focus turns to transparency - YourObserver.com