Questionnaire: Edmund F. Malkoon, candidate for Lauderdale-by-the-Sea mayor
Name: Edmund Malkoon
Age: 48
Website: Edmund4Mayor.com
What distinguishes you most from your opponent(s)?
I believe what distinguishes me most from my competitors is the experience. I have been involved in civic and politics for over 23 years in the town. I grew up in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. I have always tried to be responsive as I believe in the term “Public Servant.”
List in reverse chronological order, starting with most recent, colleges and universities
attended with years of attendance and degrees held.
List in reverse chronological order your work history for the past 15 years.
20-year Real Estate Broker
Have you ever been a party to a lawsuit, including bankruptcy or foreclosure? If so, provide details and disposition.
N/A
Have you ever been charged or convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, including an adjudication of guilt withheld? If so, provide charges, dates and terms of sentence.
N/A
Do you support or oppose the new state law that requires municipal officeholders and candidates to file the Form 6 statement of financial interests, and why?
Form 6 is important to help enhance transparency in government. While I understand the concerns raised, to me I have no issues.
What’s the best long-term solution to the problems at historic Anglin’s Pier?
Anglin’s Pier is unique in that it is one of a few privately owned piers in Florida. I remember fishing and playing on it as a kid, and I believe it helps identify Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. There is a plan in place, and it will be made public soon. The town is doing its best to move the process along as it requires several agencies permitting etc. Hopefully, in the next couple years, we will have a new Anglin’s Pier to enjoy again.
Cite two (2) specific ways in which the town should help small, family-owned businesses become more successful.
As a commissioner, I have always championed small business viability through different means. During COVID, the town relaxed codes, increased advertising and waved fees. I also have put funding in place for our merchant association to use for promotion. I believe the town and the Chamber can sponsor different training opportunies to help keep our small businesses current and modern.