Kim’s Conservative Priorities
For Charlotte County
Taxes & Government Spending
Charlotte County residents are paying more in property taxes than ever before, while the county’s budget has surged by 20% in just one year. Yet, instead of tax relief, the millage rate has stayed flat in nine of the last twelve years, fueling skyrocketing spending at the expense of hardworking taxpayers. Today, Charlotte County ranks 9th out of 67 counties in per capita property taxes—an unsustainable burden on families and retirees already struggling with rising insurance costs and hurricane recovery expenses.
Kim Amontree is a proven fiscal conservative who has successfully cut waste and held the government accountable. As a school board member, she lowered the school tax rate while maintaining strong financial reserves. She will bring that same no-nonsense, taxpayer-first approach to the County Commission. Kim will fight for a 5% general fund budget cut, putting an end to wasteful spending, and ensuring every tax dollar is spent responsibly.
Kim also recognizes that our county government is growing at an unsustainable pace. She will champion a hiring freeze for new budgeted positions, with the exception of law enforcement and first responders.
Term Limits & Accountability
Politicians should serve, not stay. Florida imposes term limits on the Governor, Cabinet officers, and State Legislators—County Commissioners should be held to the same standard. Kim will fight to enact term limits, ensuring fresh leadership and stopping career politicians from entrenching themselves in power.
Protecting Our Water & Environment
Charlotte County’s economy and quality of life depend on clean water. Outdoor recreation generates $58 billion in economic impact, yet Red Tide and water pollution continue to threaten our coastline. Kim will fight for Everglades restoration projects, prioritize septic-to-sewer conversions to reduce nutrient loading, and secure state and federal funding to combat harmful algal blooms.
Protecting our waterways isn’t just an environmental issue—it’s a pro-business, pro-property rights, and pro-tourism stance that strengthens our local economy and preserves our coastal lifestyle.
Infrastructure & Traffic Relief
Charlotte County’s infrastructure must keep pace with growth, yet traffic congestion continues to worsen. Kim will prioritize real solutions by adding a new I-75 interchange, upgrading Burnt Store and River Roads for hurricane evacuation readiness, and ensuring smarter growth planning to prevent future traffic bottlenecks. She will fight for responsible development, so infrastructure grows alongside the community instead of creating new congestion problems.
Attainable Housing for Working Families
Charlotte County cannot function without nurses, teachers, and first responders—yet many of them can’t afford to live here. Kim will support incentives for responsible workforce housing development and champion public-private partnerships to take advantage of state housing programs. She will work to streamline zoning policies to allow for attainable housing while protecting property values.
By cutting red tape, cutting taxes, and working with the private sector, Kim will ensure those who serve our community can afford to live in it.
Public Safety & Law Enforcement
Kim stands with President Donald J. Trump and Sheriff Bill Prummell in enforcing the rule of law and keeping Charlotte County safe. She will fully support local law enforcement, ensuring they have the resources they need to fight crime and keep our communities secure. She will also demand full cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, ensuring that illegal immigrants who commit crimes are held accountable—not released back onto our streets.
Kim will oppose soft-on-crime policies that put criminals before law-abiding citizens. She believes that criminals should be behind bars, not back in our neighborhoods, and will work to keep Charlotte County one of Florida’s safest places to live.
Hurricane Resiliency & Disaster Recovery
Charlotte County is still recovering from past storms, and bureaucratic inaction has stalled vital projects. Kim will cut through red tape to expedite the reopening of Port Charlotte Beach Complex and Englewood Beach, both of which have been inexcusably delayed. She will also work to rebuild the Cultural Center, an essential asset for retirees and local residents.
Beyond recovery, Kim is committed to strengthening storm resilience by securing state and federal funding to harden infrastructure to protect against future hurricanes. She will ensure Charlotte County is better prepared rather than playing catch-up.
Healthcare & Medical Access
With a professional background in healthcare, Kim understands the challenges facing Charlotte County’s medical system. She will advocate for new hospitals and expanded medical facilities to ensure residents have greater access to quality healthcare without long drives or long waits. She will also work to strengthen healthcare workforce training programs in partnership with local colleges and push for expanded specialized care so residents don’t have to leave the county for essential treatments.
Charlotte County’s retirees and families deserve top-tier medical care right here at home.
Job Creation & Small Business Growth
As a successful business founder, Kim knows what it takes to create jobs and grow the economy. She will cut unnecessary regulations that stifle small businesses, work with the private sector to create a more competitive economic climate and expand workforce training programs to match job opportunities with skilled workers.
Kim believes in limited government and free markets. She will fight for pro-business policies that bring high-paying jobs to Charlotte County, ensuring long-term economic growth and prosperity.
Kim Amontree is the bold, conservative leader who will build a brighter future for Charlotte County needs. She’s ready to cut waste, protect taxpayers, enforce the law, and defend our values.