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Jennifer Devine for New Smyrna Beach City Commission - Zone 2
THE VISION
New Smyrna Beach is special.
I want to serve, to make a difference, and to help protect what makes our city so special. We cannot stop growth — but we can shape it wisely.
The Vision - Protect our character, strengthen infrastructure, put residents first, prioritize public safety, and support our local business owners.
About
Jennifer Devine
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Former Captain, US Army (Served in 1st Gulf War in Saudi Arabia)
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Attorney - uniquely qualified to review our Comprehensive Plan and Local Development Regulations to find opportunities to preserve the character of our special town.
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Grant writing and Relationship builder - Experience in these critical areas - we need grants for infrastructure improvements and flood mitigation
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Former Asylum Officer, Dept. Of Homeland Security - with Top Secret Clearance
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Corporate Leadership - Human Resources Professional at Nokia & Aon Insurance
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Financial Leadership - (MBA ) will promote transparency and careful budgeting
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Teaching Experience (Texas & California Substitute Teacher)
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Mom of 3
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Community Volunteer with 30 years in leadership roles
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New Smyrna Beach Service (NSB Museum of History, Cudas Unhooked, Keep NSB Clean, Rotary, VFW & more)
Jennifer Devine on WSBB Radio
A conversation with Aimee Ryan
Hear Jennifer discuss why she's running for New Smyrna Beach City Commission and the priorities that will guide her service.
During the interview, Jennifer shares her vision for:
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Protecting the unique character of New Smyrna Beach
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Addressing flooding and investing in infrastructure
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Managing growth responsibly
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Supporting public safety
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Bringing transparency and accountability to City Hall
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Listening to residents before making important decisions
Where did I start
I grew up in a small town in Wisconsin where my father was the local Methodist minister. We didn't have much, but I learned the values of faith, hard work, and serving others.
Like many kids, I worked my way through school—detasseling corn in the summers, bussing tables at Country Kitchen, and working at McDonald's and Hardee's.
Those jobs taught me that if you wanted something, you earned it. Those lessons stayed with me throughout my life—from serving as an Army officer to leading large organizations and giving back to the communities where I've lived.
I'm running for City Commission because I love New Smyrna Beach and want to help preserve what makes it special. My commitment to this community isn't defined by the organizations I belong to, but by the values of service, integrity, and hard work that have guided me my entire life.
Visits over the Decades
Jennifer and Jeff took their first trip together to New Smyrna Beach in 1991 when Jennifer returned from the Gulf War. Since then, she and her family have built many sandcastles: visiting family here often. For years, they lived where they were needed — across the country and overseas — but when it came time to choose their forever home, they chose New Smyrna Beach
The Issues
Good leadership starts with listening. After conducting an online survey and speaking with residents at the Farmers Market and community events, the main priorities and issues facing our town have become very clear
The Vision
Words to live by: General Omar Bradley once said, ‘Set your course by the stars, not by the lights of every passing ship.’
Jennifer envisions a New Smyrna Beach that protects our coastal charm while strengthening public safety, supporting local businesses, and safeguarding our natural environment so that families today—and generations to come—can thrive in a vibrant, resilient, and welcoming community.
Take our short survey to share what issues matter most to you and how we can make New Smyrna Beach an even better place to live.
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