Amanda Cochran has officially filed to run in the August Republican primary for the Lee County Board of County Commissioners District 5 seat. This follows the passing of Commissioner Mike Greenwell in October. Cochran, who earned 45% of the vote in last year’s primary and led within District 5, aims to fill the vacancy through the upcoming November special election.
A sixth-generation resident and co-owner of RE/MAX River & Ranch, Cochran is centering her campaign on addressing “unchecked development.” She has been a vocal critic of zoning changes that conflict with the county’s comprehensive plan, specifically citing concerns over projects in Captiva, Alva, and the Cammaratta Kingston development.
Key priorities for her campaign include:
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Controlled Growth: Opposing urban sprawl and protecting rural lands from overdevelopment.
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Infrastructure Safety: Opposing the $162 million Alva school project, citing safety risks and the lack of local infrastructure.
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Government Transparency: Closing the “disconnect” between residents and local officials.
Cochran has also applied for a gubernatorial appointment to the seat but maintains she will remain in the race regardless of the Governor’s decision.
