We have each served as mayor of the City of Sarasota, and know what it takes to do the job of a city commissioner well. That is one of the reasons why we are supporting Terry Turner for City Commissioner for District 2. In addition:

• Terry is a very bright person with a strong background in finance. The city faces financial challenges that are worsening with the coronavirus pandemic. We badly need someone on the city commission that can guide it through these difficult conditions.

 •Terry has senior level executive experience that has taught him how important it is to listen, and listen carefully, to all sides of issues. He knows this is an integral part of analyzing problems and finding the right solutions.

 •He is a person of unquestioned character, integrity and independence.

Terry Turner is absolutely the right person at the right time for the Sarasota City Commission. We urge all in District 2 to support Terry and vote for him on November 2.

Nora Patterson, Mollie Cardamone, Richard Clapp, Elmer Berkel and David Merrill and all former mayors of the city of Sarasota.