About Jim
I’m running for City Commission because I love Delray Beach. I plan to be a part of the new team of problem solvers currently on the Commission. With my background and experience I can help make our City work better, promote small and entrepreneurial businesses, provide more educational opportunities for our youth, and enhance the Delray lifestyle. I have a 20 year track record of working for Delray Beach residents and I look forward to doing even more as your next City Commissioner!
For over two decades, Jim Chard has called Delray Beach home. An active member of our community, Jim is a former Delray Beach Vice Mayor, and currently serves as a leader on several City and local Non-Profit Boards.
About Jim
I’m running for City Commission because I love Delray Beach. I plan to be a part of the new team of problem solvers currently on the Commission. With my background and experience I can help make our City work better, promote small and entrepreneurial businesses, provide more educational opportunities for our youth, and enhance the Delray lifestyle. I have a 20 year track record of working for Delray Beach residents and I look forward to doing even more as your next City Commissioner!
For over two decades, Jim Chard has called Delray Beach home. An active member of our community, Jim is a former Delray Beach Vice Mayor, and currently serves as a leader on several City and local Non-Profit Boards.
Experience Matters
Jim Chard’s background, credentials and experience make him the most qualified candidate for Delray Beach City Commission Seat 1. Of all the candidates running for Seat 1, Jim Chard is the only one with decades of experience, knowledge and training and will be ready to serve on the City Commission on Day 1. Jim brings nearly 20 years of experience dealing with challenges of governing Delray Beach, including planning, transportation, environment, economic development, arts and culture, and historic preservation. He also has a Masters Degree in City Planning, coupled with lived experience in making cities, especially Delray Beach, work for residents.
Jim’s Plan
Focus on Public Safety
Jim will fight to keep our City and our beaches clean and safe.
Strong Fiscal Disciple & Oversight
Drawing on his private sector background and years of government experience, Jim will make smart decisions with the City’s $186 Million annual budget and conduct strong oversight of the $300 Million in taxpayer bond money that will be spent in the coming years.
Sensible Growth
Promote smart growth and oppose overdevelopment.
More Jobs & Economic Development
Jim knows that small businesses are the backbone of America’s economy. He will work to keep Delray open for business, support initiatives that add jobs, and partner with small business owners to ensure they have what they need to succeed.
Historic Preservation
As the Chairman of the City of Delray Beach Historic Preservation Board, Jim has a track record of working to preserve Delray’s history and promote it’s architectural charm.
Improve Education & School Ratings
Jim is passionate about improving Delray Beach Schools and giving our kids the best chance they have at success in a 21st century economy.
Promote Civic Participation & Collaboration
Jim will work to promote greater civic participation and collaboration between the City and residents.
Enhance Delray’s Quality of Life
Jim loves Delray Beach and the quality of life of our Village by the Sea. Jim will work hard to enhance the Delray lifestyle for years to come.
Endorsed by
Palm Beach County Commissioner
Maria Sachs
Palm Beach County Police
Benevolent Association
Palm Beach County
Human Rights Council
Friends of Delray
Former Delray Beach Mayors and Commissioners Endorse Jim Chard
- Mayor Jeff Perlman
- Mayor David Schmidt
- Mayor Tom Lynch
- Commissioner David Randolph