The city of Naples has a serious problem - our elected leaders are falling short of their responsibilities: to effectively serve and represent the people of our great and beautiful city.
Our city council has worked to undermine the economy of our city and region at every turn, choosing to follow the wishes of a small minority of well-connected individuals, rather than listening to the majority of residents. These seemingly small decisions are quickly adding up to create an environment that is inhospitable to businesses across the city.
The Problem
The problem is simple: elected and appointed officials in our local government are overstepping their authority to the detriment of the residents of Naples, FL.
The Solution
The solution is just as simple: as residents of Naples, we need to call out their misdeeds and demand better leadership at our city.
Who We Are
Responsible Government Naples is a coalition of business leaders, job creators, community leaders, aviation professionals, and motivated citizens looking for better judgment, more thoughtful leadership, and local government that is responsive to the needs of all of the residents in Naples.
The Naples City Council has repeatedly shown that it is not serious about addressing critical city-wide topics. Their decisions on appointments to critical city boards, their inattention to public records laws, and their plain disrespect for citizens in our community are shocking. Their focus on constraining the proper and safe functioning of the airport prevents them from focusing on the real problems our city faces. Certain city council members regularly resort to back-room dealings and favors for their friends that put the entire region at a significant disadvantage.
We want experienced, competent leadership throughout our city, but these elected officials are simply not responsive to the majority of Naples residents. They only want to help their friends and punish those who stand in their way. Why else would they appoint anti-airport individuals to the airport board?
It’s time to bring business leaders, community leaders, and motivated Naples residents together and shine a light on the threatening actions that Naples City Council is taking. If left unchecked, this council will continue to drive our city away from prosperity. We can still make a difference, let’s demand Responsible Government in Naples!
