Pasco Commissioner Kathryn Starkey Appointed to Two Florida Association of Counties Policy Committees

Pasco County Commissioner Kathryn Starkey has been appointed to two key policy committees for the Florida Association of Counties (FAC): Community & Urban Affairs and Federal Policy. FAC President and Pinellas County Commissioner René Flowers made the appointments, expanding Starkey's role in statewide policy discussions.

These appointments mean Starkey will directly influence policy positions that shape FAC's Legislative Action Plan. This plan guides the association's advocacy efforts for the upcoming year, impacting decisions that affect Pasco County residents and communities across Florida.

Starkey's one-year terms on both committees involve collaboration with FAC's executive committee. Together, they will develop and recommend legislative platforms for the 2027 Legislative Session. She will help guide policy discussions on critical local issues such as growth management, development and zoning, transportation, Strategic Intermodal System planning, and affordable housing.

Commissioner Starkey also focuses on federal-level issues. Her role ensures Florida counties have a strong voice in national policy matters that affect local communities. "I’m honored to represent Pasco County and contribute to statewide efforts that support smart growth, infrastructure and strong federal partnerships," said Commissioner Kathryn Starkey. "These committee roles ensure local perspectives remain central in decisions that impact our communities and quality of life."

The work of these committees directly informs the legislative priorities FAC pursues. This means Starkey's input will help shape state and federal policies that could affect everything from local infrastructure projects to housing availability in Holiday and surrounding areas.