Dennis Damato

County Commission District 1

Dennis Damato born in 1952 is a New Jersey native. He married his wife Patricia in 1975 and has one daughter, Danielle. Mr. Damato is a member of St. Benedict's Catholic Church.

After moving to Citrus County in 1971, Dennis Damato started his self-owned construction company the following year and began building a connection to the growing community. He was a founding director of the Homosassa Springs Chamber of Commerce, later winning the prestigious Pioneer Award for outstanding service to the community over 25 years.

Utilizing his experience in construction, Mr. Damato was a member of the county's initial Code Enforcement Board. Seeing the need for revitalization in downtown Crystal River, he eagerly accepted his appointment to the city's Community Redevelopment Agency in 1988. Mr. Damato has served as chairman of the agency continuously since its inception and has guided the administration of over $3 million in grant funding for projects including piers, building facades and streetscapes.

Mr. Damato's interests and beliefs have always been linked to community preservation, leading him to serve on the Old Courthouse Museum Board of Trustees and as the Board's president for 2003. With his many years of business experience, government service and community enhancement, Mr. Damato feels he can offer his talents and leadership to the citizens of Citrus County by serving as a commissioner.

Commissioner Damato was elected to the Board of County Commissioners in November, 2004. He is currently in the third year of his term and is serving as Chairman of the Board for 2007.

"I understand the need to preserve the beauty of our natural resources and local heritage," Damato says. "I have also demonstrated the importance of a clear vision for the continued growth of Citrus County."

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