Words are inadequate to express my deep appreciation for your hard work, kind words, monetary support and VOTES. I am encouraged to know that there are people like you who understand the process and are willing to give of themselves so unselfishly.

Our team did a fantastic job in capturing 42 percent of the votes in only three months of work. I am so honored and proud of each of you.

I enjoyed the campaign and met so many new friends and supporters from across the county. But now, I want to spend more time with my family and close friends because they worked alongside me 24-hours-a-day and 7-days-a-week (smile).

Thank you from the bottom of my heart and may your true blessings and life's treasure come your way. God bless you!!!

-Chloe Coney

You Can Hang Your Hat on Chloe Coney

"I believe government has the duty and responsibility to improve the quality of life for the residents of District 3."

"I believe District 3 should be served by a person with proven leadership skills who has completed projects with measurable results."

"I have been a voice for my neighborhood in East Tampa, and now I want to be a voice for all the neighborhoods in District 3. I am A Proven Leader of Change...you can Hang Your Hat on Chloe Coney!."

Tribune and Times Pick Chloe

Newspapers Endorse Chloe Coney

Chloe Coney has been endorsed by both the Tampa Tribune and the St. Petersburg Times newspapers as the best candidate for the District 3 Hillsborough County Commission seat.

In its August 13, 2006, editorial page endorsement of Chloe, the Tribune said, "The most impressive candidate...is Chloe J. Coney, long active in the neighborhood [of East Tampa]. Read editorial.

The St. Petersburg Times endorsed Chloe Coney as its choice for the District 3 seat of the Hillsborough County Commission in its August 17, 2006, edition. Read editorial.

Candidate Joins Woodland Terrace Group

Chloe Coney Supports Anti-Crime Event

Chloe Coney joined members of the Woodland Terrace Neighborhood Association Tuesday, August 1, 2006, in the National Night Out against crime.

Crowd Chants "You Can Hang Your Hat on Chloe Coney" Slogan

Enthusiastic Supporters Gather at Campaign Kick-Off

Chloe Coney leading chant

About 200 people attended the Chloe Coney Campaign Kick-Off Party June 15 at the Good Luck Cafe in Ybor City.

Slide Show: View an online slide show of pictures from the Kick-Off party.

Dr. Sam Wright introduced Chloe Coney as a woman who "has given new meaning to the term community building."

"She has worked with the 'haves' in this community, so they can support initiatives to make things better for the 'have nots' of Tampa Bay," Wright said.

"When the name Chloe Coney is mentioned, most people think of the words 'visionary' ...'pioneer' ...'builder'," Dr. Wright said.

Candidate for County Commission District Three (Democrat)

Chloe Coney Dons a New Hat

Proven East Tampa leader seeks office to expand her mission for thriving, livable neighborhoods.

Chloe Coney announcing her candidacy

Chloe Coney, retired president and founder of the Corporation to Develop Communities (CDC) of Tampa, announced she is a candidate for the Hillsborough County Commission District Three seat. She will run as a Democrat in the September 5 primary election.

Ms. Coney made the announcement during a press conference at the Nehemiah Laundromat on the corner of Lake and 29th Street. The Nehemiah Laundromat, which contributed 10 jobs and $732,000 in economic growth to East Tampa, was created as a result of Ms. Coney's neighborhood development efforts at the CDC. On the other corner is the Audrey Spotford Youth and Family Center, another of Ms. Coney's projects, which generated $1,450,000 in economic growth and created 20 jobs.