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Government Affairs
RPAC “I Pledge” Campaign, Major Investor Pledge Party & Meet the Candidates
By: Max Brandow, RASM Vice President of Advocacy and Member Programs
As we enter the half-way mark through the year, the RASM Goverrnment Affairs department is busier than ever advocating for our members and our community.
RASM has recently kicked off RPAC’s “I Pledge” campaign for Major Investors. RASM will be hosting an exclusive Major Investor Pledge party on Monday, September 26, at Sarasota Waterworks (1005 N Orange Ave, Sarasota) with special guest Kenny Parcell. Mr. Parcell is the 2023 NAR President, an RPAC Major Investor, and a leader in the Realtor® world. Make sure to pledge today here: www.myrasm.com/public-policy/ realtor-party/major-investor-pledge and secure your spot in this event!
RASM’s RPAC Major Investors are an elite and passionate group of Realtors® whose investments shape the political future of the real estate industry. By becoming a Major Investor, you are investing a minimum of $1,000 into RPAC. Pledge to invest in your profession by becoming a Major Investor in 2022.
MEET THE CANDIDATES EVENT ON JULY 12
RASM is co-hosting a “Meet the Candidates” event for our members this month at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing (7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota). Join us for a special meet and greet with candidates running in the 2022 state and local primary elections. This event is open to members and investors only, and registration closes on Friday, July 8. For more information or questions on the event, reach out to Max Brandow (941) 952-3410, Maxwell@myrasm.com.
RASM-SUPPORTED SURTAX RENEWAL ESSENTIAL FOR COUNTY VOTERS TO PASS
RASM and a diverse coalition of community partners are supporting and campaigning for the upcoming surtax renewal in Sarasota County. We need our RASM membership to support and get the word out about the importance of this vital funding source for Sarasota County.
FAST FACTS: Tourists and visitors provide over 20% of the funds collected from “Penny for Improvements” tax. The tax sustains and improves our public safety, water quality, environment, traffic congestion, parks, and more. It prevents crises and improves our quality of life and well-being. This is a referendum that is voted by the people. It is not new, but a continuation of a revenue source that has been in effect for over 32 years. Our citizens monitor and oversee how its funds are allocated.
It must be voted on every 15 years.
This November, make sure to vote YES on the surtax and surtax bonding questions! For more information head over to www.pennyforimprovements. com. •
