Sheriff Candidate Forum

SHERIFF FORUM TO TEST CANDIDATES

Acknowledging a hotly contested race for Pinellas County Sheriff, the National Armed Services & Law Enforcement Memorial Museum (NASLEMM) and VFW Post 2550 of Dunedin will co-host a non-partisan forum for all announced candidates seeking the office of sheriff on April 18, 2012 from 7 to 9 pm at the VFW Hall located at 360 Douglas Ave. According to NASLEMM Executive Director, William Douglas, candidates will respond to tough questions from voters at Pinellas County‘s largest SHERIFF CANDIDATE FORUM.  Popular Bay News 9 senior anchor, Al Ruechel, will act as moderator.

Voters are being asked to submit questions for the candidates in advance of the forum at:hsmithconsulsv@aol.com.  Open to the public, seating is limited to 200.  According to Harvey Smith, Chairman and forum organizer, this is the first time a non-partisan candidate forum for sheriff has been held in Pinellas County.  “Given the size and scope of the sheriff’s office,” said Smith, “it’s important to have voters weigh in on key issues that impact the community when shrinking budgets are challenged by crime, drug use and other law enforcement issues.”