Kate Connolly

for Mayor of New Port Richey

“Our future is in our neighborhoods, families, and small businesses–the backbone of our city. Let’s work together so generations to come are proud to call New Port Richey home.” –Kate Connolly

✓ Safe and Friendly City

✓ Community Engagement

✓ Business Collaboration

✓ Open Door Government

Let’s Work Together

This is New Port Richey’s time to shine but there’s still a lot to do and more voices needed at the table to get it done.

Together, we can fill the gaps to create a city full of life and opportunity for everyone.

Community Safety

Improve sidewalks and streets to safely walk, bike, and golf cart
Expand resources to revitalize more of our neighborhoods
Increase traffic flow management to better share the road
Promote community policing for a safe and friendly city

Economic Opportunity

Improve our weekly foot traffic for small business
Expand special event and tourism marketing strategies
Increase small business grant and support opportunities
Reduce barriers to communicate, innovate, and grow more

Quality of Life

Improve access to resources and centers for everyday life
Expand efforts to manage storm and flooding impacts
Increase community engagement to work together
Foster government transparency to grow better

Bright Future

Improve historic preservation as we grow for the future
Expand efforts to protect our beautiful city, river, and coast
Increase urban gardens for air quality and food security
Create a sustainability program for more grant funds

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Sales & Marketing Manager, Photographer
Arthritis Foundation of Tampa Bay Board Member
Former Cultural Affairs Committee Member
Former Tampa Bay Sierra Club Board Member
Transit Now Tampa Bay Founder

Supporters: Small business owners, community organizers, and electeds including Mayor Rob Marlowe, Council Member and Former Mayor Pete Altman, Former Mayor and Council Member Wendy Brenner, Former Council Member Dell deChant, Former Council Member Ginny Lane, Hillsborough County Commissioner Pat Kemp, and Former Hillsborough County Commissioners Kevin Beckner and Mariella Smith

Meet Kate Connolly

Born and raised in Florida, I love New Port Richey. In 2021, I ran for City Council and nearly won against two incumbents. I’ve developed a deep understanding of our city’s policies, budget, and changes that we need to grow. Our future is in our historic neighborhoods, rich environment, walkable streets, families, and businesses–the backbone of our city.

I studied political science, diplomacy, and history. I currently study law and the impact of government on our society. I know what we do now shapes our future and sets a precedent for the next generation. As we revitalize, we need to communicate and collaborate more to thrive.

My family struggled at times but I grew up proud in Tarpon Springs and Greater New Port Richey. I put myself through college and served through AmeriCorps in Title I schools, transportation activism, LGBT advocacy, and healthcare access initiatives. Let’s try a new perspective with a strong vision and dedication to get things done.

My wife Kim and I live in the North River neighborhood with our two dogs and two cats. Kim is a Gulf High Alumni that grew up here and we both hope to never leave. On the weekends, we love to boat and explore the city with our friends and family. Let’s work together to build an even better, brighter New Port Richey. –Kate Connolly