Steve Zeledon recently stepped down as acting Chairman of the Hernando DEC. Taking his place through special election is Jimmy Lodato, retired businessman and entrepreneur. Mr. Lodato will complete Mr. Zeledon’s term which ends in December 2016 with the regular election. Additionally, Bernadette Yee was elected Vice Chairman. She has served on the DEC as Secretary as well as other capacities for many years.
Mr. Lodato stated, “I want the Hernando Democratic Party to be known as the party of inclusion. We need to redefine our objectives. Our emphasis will be on local issues.”