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Four West Orange citizens unite to amplify voices and uphold community values.
Austin Arthur is running for Orange County Commissioner. Sal Ramos, who is a current Oakland Commissioner, is vying for Oakland Mayor. Iliana Ramos Jones is running for Winter Garden Commissioner District Two. Chloe Johnson is running for Winter Garden Commissioner District Three. Four different races by four people who know each other very well. They have worked alongside one another in a whole host of volunteer initiatives and on the boards of many not-for-profit organizations.
“We believe in each other. We support each other. We go to one another’s events,” says Commissioner Sal Ramos. “One thing we love doing is hosting community FriendRaisers, and you better believe when Austin, Chloe, or Iliana host theirs, I’m right there helping out however I can.”
Building relationships is the point of it all. Good relationships between the various communities throughout the area. “We have a shared vision of good infrastructure and retaining our small town charm,” stated Iliana Jones.
West Orange is historically an agricultural area that has developed over time. All four candidates support initiatives such as the preservation of Lake Apopka, the Oakland Nature Preserve, and are promoters of the strong family culture in West Orange.
“It’s one thing to be for the community. You need to be actively involved in the community to truly know the needs and desires of the residents,” says Austin, “You need a day-to-day focus on the place you call home and all of us bring exactly that to the table. It’s a matter of effectiveness. You can only accomplish so much with one voice alone. Unified together, much good can be done for Winter Garden, Oakland, and all of West Orange County.”
so much with one voice alone.”
Chloe Johnson
Chloe Johnson comes from a multigenerational Winter Garden family. A community advocate, wife, and mother of four, she is running for Winter Garden City Commissioner, District 3. The district primarily consists of the eastern portion of the city south of Plant Street.
District 3’s diversity, encompassing historic neighborhoods and thriving commercial areas, inspires her commitment to bridge communities, prioritize infrastructure, and promote responsible growth coupled with preservation.
Election Information
All registered voters in District 3 Winter Garden are eligible to participate in Chloe’s election on March 19th.
Iliana Jones
Iliana Jones has been living in Winter Garden for over 25 years and is in business with both her brothers, including Commissioner Sal Ramos. She has supported many local not-for-profits and is running for Winter Garden City Commission, District 2. The district primarily consists of the northwest portion of the city.
As a commissioner she will prioritize safety, guard against unwanted development, and support the hyperlocal economy by being pro-business. Above all, she will protect the community’s family oriented small-town charm.
Election Information
All registered voters in District 2 Winter Garden are eligible to participate in Iliana’s election on March 19th.
Sal Ramos
Commissioner Sal Ramos has been an active member of the West Orange community for over 25 years. He first served on the town’s Charter Committee and in 2015 he was elected as a Commissioner for the town. He loves to give back through personal volunteerism and through his successful business owned and operated by him, his brother, and sister Iliana Jones.
As mayor he will labor to keep Oakland quaint, ensure taxes are low, support local businesses, and retain safe family friendly neighborhoods.
Election Information
All registered voters in Oakland are eligible to participate in Sal’s election on March 19th.
Austin Arthur
Austin Arthur is well known throughout West Orange as a business owner and community advocate. He founded Gymnastics USA and owns a marketing firm in West Orange. He serves on over 12 community boards ranging from the Habitat for Humanity, Eight Waves, Challenge 22 to End Veteran Suicide, and more.
Austin will be the common sense, pro-jobs, pro-economic growth
commissioner who will also prioritize safe neighborhoods, infrastructure, and preservation of our natural environment.
Election Information
All registered voters in West Orange County are eligible to participate in Austin’s election on August 20th.
