Kevin McCann

Editor’s note: McCann provided written responses to OCN via email.

Age: 62

Email address: McCannforMayorWS@gmail.com

Registered political party: Republican

Where they live: Winter Springs

Where they work: Johnny’s Fillin Station and Johnny’s Other Side 

Prior work experience: According to his profile on the City of Winter Springs website, McCann worked as asocial worker in Delaware, contributed to a federal research project that studied drug and crime correlations in Philadelphia’s most-challenged neighborhoods, and worked as a hotel and restaurant general manager.

Prior political experience: Mayor of Winter Springs for five years; President of the Tuscawilla Homeowners Association; Vice Chairman of the Winter Springs Planning and Zoning Board; Board of Directors member for the Oviedo-Winter Springs Chamber of Commerce; Board of Directors member for Leadership Seminole; member of the Municipal Advisory Committee of MetroPlan

Platform they are running on: In an email to OCN McCann said his platform consists of listening to residents and putting them first, protecting Winter Springs neighborhoods, preserving its environment and tree canopy, and planning responsibly for the future. He said he believes “Winter Springs should grow thoughtfully, protect what makes us special, and remain a place families are proud to call home.”

Why they are running: In an email to OCN, McCann said, “I am running because I am deeply proud of Winter Springs and grateful to have raised my family in a community that truly feels like home. This city is special, and it deserves leadership that protects its character and listens to its residents. I am concerned about the growing influence of outside special interests, and I am committed to ensuring decisions are made for the people who live here, not those who profit from it.”

Summary of their campaign finance report: No information was available

Endorsements: No information was available

link to their website: City of Winter Springs’ profile page

Fun fact about the candidate: He is an avid sailor who has spent most of his life on the water