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County · 2026 Candidate

Brian Scott

Running for County Commission District 2, District 2
Party: RepublicanIncumbentStatus: Active
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Running against

Other 2026 candidates for County Commission District 2, 2.

Stephanie C. Vazquez
Democrat · Prefiled
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Seth Weightman
Republican · Incumbent · Prefiled
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Positions on Key Issues

Sourced from campaign websites, interviews, debates, and public statements.

Local Government
A dedicated leader committed to serving the people of Pinellas County with integrity, experience, and a vision for a brighter future.
A dedicated leader committed to serving the people of Pinellas County with integrity, experience, and a vision for a brighter future.
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Economy
During his tenure as Chairman, Brian focused on responsible budgeting, improving efficiency in county government, and protecting taxpayers. Under his leadership, the Commission lowered the county's millage rate while working to identify and reduce government waste, helping keep Pinellas County one of the most fiscally responsible counties in Florida.
Brian also brings extensive experience in public service. He currently serves on the Pinellas County Commission, where he represented District 2 and served as Chairman of the Pinellas County Commission in 2025. During his tenure as Chairman, Brian focused on responsible budgeting, improving efficiency in county government, and protecting taxpayers. Under his leadership, the Commission lowered the county's millage rate while working to identify and reduce government waste, helping keep Pinellas County one of the most fiscally responsible counties in Florida.
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Transportation
Brian Scott is the President of Escot Bus Lines, a family-owned transportation company headquartered in Pinellas County that operates throughout the State of Florida. Under Brian's leadership, the company has grown substantially, expanding its service territory from Miami to Tallahassee, increasing its workforce to hundreds of employees, and growing its fleet from just a handful of buses to more than 70. As a business owner and job creator, Brian understands firsthand which policies help lo
Brian Scott is the President of Escot Bus Lines, a family-owned transportation company headquartered in Pinellas County that operates throughout the State of Florida. Under Brian's leadership, the company has grown substantially, expanding its service territory from Miami to Tallahassee, increasing its workforce to hundreds of employees, and growing its fleet from just a handful of buses to more than 70. As a business owner and job creator, Brian understands firsthand which policies help local businesses grow and which policies hold them back.
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Frequently Asked

Who is Brian Scott?
Brian Scott is a 2026 Republican candidate for County Commission District 2, 2 and is the current incumbent. Brian Scott has stated positions on 3 key issues.
What office is Brian Scott running for?
Brian Scott is running for County Commission District 2, 2.
How can I learn more about Brian Scott's positions?
Brian Scott's stated positions cover: Local Government, Economy, Transportation. See full positions below.

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