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Municipal · 2026 Candidate

Sam Wilson

Running for Clearwater City Council Seat 5, District 5
Party: No Party AffiliationStatus: Qualified
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Running against

Other 2026 candidates for Clearwater City Council Seat 5, 5.

Mark Bunker
No Party Affiliation · Qualified
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What to know

Wilson, 26, is district director for U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna and sits on the Clearwater Housing Authority board. He led the August 18 vote with about 49 percent, just short of the majority needed to win outright, so this open seat goes to a November runoff. Luna, U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis and Clearwater Mayor Bruce Rector have endorsed him, and the local Republican Party backs him in this nonpartisan race. His published priorities are lowering the city's property tax rate, hurricane recovery, transparency, and filling vacant downtown properties.

Positions on Key Issues

Sourced from campaign websites and public statements. These are the candidate's own claims as published, not independently verified by Activate Pinellas unless marked.

Housing
As Florida’s affordability crisis pushes property taxes and insurance costs higher—making it tougher for residents to stay in their homes—Sam will deliver real relief by rolling back the millage rate to lower tax bills for families, seniors on fixed incomes, veterans, and first-time buyers. Lower ta
As Florida’s affordability crisis pushes property taxes and insurance costs higher—making it tougher for residents to stay in their homes—Sam will deliver real relief by rolling back the millage rate to lower tax bills for families, seniors on fixed incomes, veterans, and first-time buyers. Lower taxes mean more money in residents’ pockets while preserving the value and appeal of Clearwater homes. Sam will achieve this without cutting essential services like police, fire, or infrastructure, ensuring the community remains safe, well-maintained, and attractive for everyone.
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Frequently Asked

Who is Sam Wilson?
Sam Wilson is a 2026 No Party Affiliation candidate for Clearwater City Council Seat 5, 5. Sam Wilson has stated positions on 1 key issues.
What office is Sam Wilson running for?
Sam Wilson is running for Clearwater City Council Seat 5, 5.
How can I learn more about Sam Wilson's positions?
Sam Wilson's stated positions cover: Housing. See full positions below.

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