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Rep. Seth McKeel Congratulates Lakeland’s Mayor-Elect Fields, City Commissioner-Elect Walker

Seth McKeel — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:49:09 +0000

TALLAHASSEE, FL – State Representative Seth McKeel (R-Lakeland) issued the following statement regarding the run-off election results for Lakeland Mayor and City Commission District 1:

“I congratulate Lakeland’s new Mayor-elect Gow Fields and City Commissioner-elect Phillip Walker. Their election is historic for our community and my party. Both men share a vision for regional economic cooperation and their election presents a unique opportunity for Lakeland to thrive in a new era where a regional economic approach with Tampa and Orlando is critical.

“I’m hopeful that Lakeland will do our part by partnering with Mayor Fields and City Commissioner Walker to enhance cooperation with our neighbors on regional economic matters. I look forward to working in partnership with them both in the years ahead.”

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Rep. Seth McKeel to Meet with Chinese Drywall Coordinating Group in Sun City Center

Seth McKeel — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:47:00 +0000

Lakeland, FL – Seth McKeel, State Representative-District 63, will meet with the Greater Sun City Center Chinese Drywall Coordinating Group on Monday, December 14, 2009. The meeting will include a tour of homes affected by Chinese Drywall.

“Tainted foreign drywall has become a major issue affecting countless homeowners throughout the state and nation. As the numbers continue to increase, and the crisis continues to emerge in more states, it is clear that we must address this issue with a comprehensive solution,” said McKeel.

McKeel was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in November of 2006. He is Chair of the State Universities & Private Colleges Policy Committee, Vice-Chair of the State Universities & Private Colleges Appropriations Committee, a member of the Energy & Utilities Committee and of the Select Policy Council on Strategic & Economic Planning. He was appointed House Deputy Majority Leader earlier this year.

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Deputy Majority Leader Seth McKeel Lauds Solar Industry Support for Energy Exploration

Seth McKeel — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 22:45:47 +0000

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Deputy House Majority Leader Seth McKeel (R-Lakeland) issued the following statement regarding the Florida Solar Energy Industries Association’s support of energy exploration in Florida waters.

“The small business owners of the Florida Solar Energy Industry Association understand that it is going to take a combination of measures – conservation, alternative fuel sources and increased domestic production – to ensure abundant and affordable energy to move Florida and America forward.

“Every other Gulf State is utilizing their available energy resources, and so should Florida. Moving forward with energy exploration off Florida’s coasts helps maximize our resources to build a bridge to the clean technology of the future and the new jobs that solar energy technologies will provide for Floridians.

“It’s a commonsense approach in these tough economic times, and Florida’s solar energy leaders deserve recognition for being foresighted in their approach to our state’s energy future.”

For more information or to sign up to help contact Joseph Agostini (850) 488-1993

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