Term Limits

Steve champions term limits for elected officials in Royal Palm Beach, asserting they spur innovation and prevent powerful monopolies. He sees term limits as a catalyst for increased civic involvement, vital for a town with traditionally low voter turnout. By encouraging fresh candidates, term limits can boost engagement and representativeness in government.

He also contends that officials with limited terms are more accountable and prioritize the community’s immediate needs over political longevity. He believes term limits promote diversity and balance in decision-making, leading to fair and inclusive policies despite concerns about losing experienced leaders. For Steve, the vibrant, responsive governance term limits outweigh any drawbacks.

Steve is firm in his conviction that long-term incumbency for elected officials in the village is untenable. He advocates for initiating conversations resulting in the establishment of term limits for officeholders, aligning the village with the practices of numerous other municipalities within Palm Beach County, such as Wellington, Jupiter, and Palm Beach Gardens. He believes that this move would ensure a dynamic and responsive governance, allowing for fresh perspectives and preventing any single individual from holding power indefinitely.