Brevard County Commission, District 1

Micah Loyd

RepublicanCanaveral Port Authority commissioner since 2016; state-certified general contractor

Won the four-way Republican primary (Pam Avery 26.06%, Stel Bailey 24.12%, Rick Heffelfinger 12.62%).

How they got on the ballot: First in Aug 18 GOP primary with 37.20% (4,732)

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Positions on the major issues

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Environment & water Leans agree· stated position

Statement: "Protecting water quality, conservation land and climate resilience should take priority even if it slows development or raises costs."

Calls the Indian River Lagoon part of North Brevard's identity and economy and supports 'practical planning and responsible decisions' to protect it.

"The Indian River Lagoon is part of North Brevard's identity, economy, and future."

Growth & development Leans agree· stated position

Statement: "Growth and development should be slowed or more tightly regulated (higher impact fees, density limits, stronger local control)."

Supports 'healthy growth' that strengthens the economy while protecting neighborhoods, infrastructure and natural resources, and says residents should be heard before major decisions.

"healthy growth that strengthens the local economy while protecting neighborhoods, infrastructure, natural resources, and quality of life"
No public position found on 5 issues

We searched campaign sites, questionnaires, interviews, votes and official actions and did not find a clear stance on: Taxes & spending, Property taxes, Housing affordability, Crime & policing, Veterans. This is reported as unknown rather than guessed from party affiliation; these issues are excluded from this candidate's match score.

Other issues this candidate has raised

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Endorsements (as reported)

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