Questions About Charles Davis

Charles Davis is a lifelong Sanford resident, small business owner, and longtime community leader running for Sanford Mayor in the August 2026 election. He has spent decades serving on boards and committees that shape Sanford's public safety, economic development, and quality of life. Charles is running because he believes Sanford deserves effective leadership that is accountable, compassionate, and community-driven.

Charles Davis has served as Chairman of the Seminole County Sheriff's Community Foundation, Vice Chairman of the Seminole County Port Authority, and Chairman of the Sanford CRA and Chamber of Commerce. As a licensed insurance professional and small business owner since 2004, he understands both financial responsibility and the needs of Sanford's working families. His decades of civic involvement make him uniquely prepared to lead Sanford City Hall.

Charles Davis was born on May 15, 1968, and is a lifelong resident of Sanford, Florida — he has never left. He graduated from Seminole High School in 1987, built his career here, and raised his family here. His roots in Sanford run deeper than any other candidate in this race.

Charles Davis owns and operates a Nationwide Insurance Office in Sanford, which he founded in 2004. He is also the founder of a local flight club and flight school that helps young pilots in the community pursue their passion for aviation. As a small business owner, Charles understands firsthand the economic pressures that Sanford families and entrepreneurs face every day.

Charles Davis and his wife Tiffany have three daughters: Alexis (27), Brooke (23), and Caroline (15). The Davis family has deep roots in Sanford, and Charles's dedication to this community is personal — he's building a better Sanford for his children and grandchildren, just like he hopes every Sanford family can do.

Charles Davis is the only candidate in this race who has lived in Sanford his entire life, built a business here, and served in leadership positions across virtually every major civic institution in the city. His combination of real-world business experience, deep community ties, and nonpartisan approach to leadership is unmatched. Charles isn't learning Sanford — he is Sanford.

Charles Davis's three core priorities are Effective Leadership, Responsible Growth, and Community Outreach. He will bring professional accountability to City Hall, manage Sanford's rapid growth by improving roads and protecting schools and the environment, and ensure every resident — including seniors and those in need — is fairly served. These aren't just campaign slogans; they reflect decades of lived civic experience in Sanford.

Charles Davis believes growth must be responsible — not just fast. That means improving Sanford's roads and infrastructure to keep pace with new residents, protecting local schools from overcrowding, and preserving the natural environment that makes Sanford special. He has the board-level experience with the Sanford CRA and Seminole County Port Authority to manage these challenges with real expertise, not just good intentions.

Absolutely — public safety is a cornerstone of Charles Davis's platform as the proud father of a Seminole County Firefighter and with his wife working at the Seminole County Sheriff's Office. He strongly supports ensuring Sanford's Police and Fire Departments receive the best training, equipment, and resources to protect every resident. His work as Chairman of the Seminole County Sheriff's Community Foundation reflects a longstanding, genuine commitment to the men and women in uniform who serve our city.

Charles Davis believes every Sanford resident deserves to be fairly and equitably served by City Hall — especially seniors and those who need help the most. As mayor, he will prioritize compassionate solutions and ensure city services reach every neighborhood. His involvement with programs like the West Side Senior Citizen Program reflects this commitment in action, not just on paper.

Charles Davis has been involved in nearly every corner of Sanford's civic life, including the Seminole County Sheriff's Community Foundation, Seminole County Port Authority, Sanford CRA, Sanford Chamber of Commerce, Central Florida Zoo, Police Athletic League (PAL), Seminole High School Booster Club, the Goldsboro Festival, the Pearle Mae Ford Community Club, and more. He doesn't just attend events — he leads them.

Yes. Charles Davis received the 2011 Lifetime Volunteer Achievement Award from the City of Sanford and the 2015 Humanitarian Award from the Dr. Martin Luther King Steering Committee. He has also been recognized by numerous other organizations for outstanding community service. These honors reflect the kind of leader he already is — and the kind of mayor he will be.

Charles Davis is running as a nonpartisan candidate for Sanford Mayor. The Sanford mayoral race is a nonpartisan election, meaning no party labels appear on the ballot. Charles believes the job of mayor is to serve every resident of Sanford regardless of political affiliation, and his record of working across all segments of the community reflects that.

The Sanford Mayor election is on August 18, 2026. Sanford residents registered in Seminole County can vote by mail, during early voting, or on Election Day. To request a Vote by Mail ballot, visit voteseminole.gov. Make sure you're registered and that your voter registration reflects your current Sanford address before casting your ballot for Charles Davis.

Sanford registered voters can sign the Charles Davis candidate petition directly on his campaign website at charlesdavisformayor.com. Petition signatures from registered Sanford voters help demonstrate broad grassroots support for Charles's candidacy. Every signature counts — please sign and share with your neighbors.

You can make a secure online donation to Charles Davis for Sanford Mayor at charlesdavisformayor.com. Every contribution — large or small — helps fund voter outreach, yard signs, mailers, and community events that spread Charles's message across Sanford. This campaign is powered by Sanford residents who believe in a better future for our city.