Steven Abrams (Republican, incumbent)
Age: 55
Education: Harvard University, George Washington University Law School
Marital Status: Married,
two children
Residence: Boca Raton
Experience: Appointed to the County Commission in 2009 and was elected in 2010 unopposed; former mayor of Boca Raton; served five terms on the Boca Raton City Council. Serves as chairman of the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority and vice chairman of the Coastal Oceans Task Force.
Important Issues: Restoring economic prosperity and exercising fiscal responsibility; giving constituents a voice in county government; increasing funding for road and bridge repair.
Quote: “I understand the needs of District 4. I’ve lived and worked in the district
since 1985. My wife and I have raised our
family here and I have a lengthy record of local public service.”
Website: www.electstevenabrams.com
Andy O’Brien (Democrat)
Age: 62
Education: Coursework at the University of South Florida and the University of Miami
Marital Status: Married,
one child
Residence: Delray Beach
Experience: Retired from commercial real estate consulting and
investment, general contracting.
Important Issues: Responsible budget spending; controlled development;
preserving green space; green building and combating climate change; funding more public transportation; supporting small businesses; engaging citizenry on spending; bringing government entities together to carry out taxpayers’ wishes.
Quote: “In order to meet the challenges of the future, a change in leadership is required. We must protect our environment, keep our streets safe and devise methods of mass transportation that work for Palm Beach County.”
Website: www.andyfor4.com
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