Colten Wright is a lifelong Florida resident and has called Santa Rosa County and Gulf Breeze home for more than 34 years. He’s a family man, with Regina his wife of 22 years. They’ve been blessed with two daughters, Reagan and Paige. He’s a small business owner & as County Commissioner in District 5 he has fought to maintain our conservative values, demonstrate fiscal responsibility, and used common-sense to create opportunities for residents to succeed.
Wright served as Commission Chairman 2023 – 2024, was the Chairman of the FL-AL Transportation Planning Organization 2023-2024, and has been Vice-Chair of the Pensacola & Perdido Bay Estuary Program and the RESTORE Council for the past two years. He currently serves on the Northwest Florida Defense Coalition, the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Governing Board, the Emerald Coast Regional Planning Council as well as many other regional organizations. Colten Wright is a graduate of Leadership Santa Rosa Class 28, where he also served on the executive board of Leadership Santa Rosa for four years and finally as chairman in 2017. Prior to being elected as a county commissioner, Wright served as a volunteer on the Planning and Zoning Board and the Local Option Sales Tax Oversight Committee. He is active in several local organizations, such as the ARC Gateway, Miracle League, Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce, Gulf Breeze Chamber of Commerce, and Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. He’s also a small business owner, operating The Tool Shack, here in Santa Rosa County for more than 20 years.
Colten is a passionate and driven individual who has owned several businesses. He has served on numerous advisory boards of major corporations and has been recognized as an industry leader. He feels a strong obligation to give back to the community that has offered him so many opportunities and continues to serve.
As Commissioner, Colten Wright has consistently voted to ensure pay increases for our Sheriff’s Office, Fire Departments, and Emergency Services and proper funding to provide our First Responders with modern equipment, training, and competitive pay.
Colten Wright has advocated for a vibrant and balanced economy that benefits all of Santa Rosa County. Colten has worked to represent independent small businesses, while also encouraging investments and support in the IT, mechanical, engineering, and medical sectors to bring in higher wage jobs, many of them to support our military bases and their mission. There’s no doubt… Santa Rosa County is “open for business”.
Santa Rosa County has a current population of more than 208,000. Colten Wright has led the charge and made significant investments in roads and stormwater infrastructure. Colten has worked to build strong relationships with FDOT and elected leaders in Tallahassee and Washington DC, to help secure funding for large infrastructure projects. He has proven to be engaged and accessible. Colten works every day, to find solutions to the challenges of today, while also planning for the future.
“Commissioner Colten Wright is a dedicated public servant. At a time when chaos seems to be the norm in politics, Colten’s common sense conservative approach is just what Santa Rosa County needs. His tireless efforts have positively impacted our community. I am honored to give Colten Wright my unqualified endorsement for re-election to the Santa Rosa County Commission, District 5. “
“As a staunch advocate for conservative principles, I wholeheartedly endorse Colten Wright for re-election. His unwavering commitment to fiscal responsibility, limited government, and grassroots engagement exemplifies the values our constituents hold dear. Through tireless dedication to representing the many voices in our community, Colten has proven himself as a steadfast leader who consistently puts the needs of our citizens first.”
“I am proud to call Colten Wright my Commissioner. His common-sense conservative approach to problem solving has helped make Santa Rosa County a better place to live.”
“In my time in the legislature, I was grateful for Commissioner Wright’s level-headed, common-sense approach to governance. His communication on policies and appropriations important to Santa Rosa County made my job easier and I valued his insight on a wide variety of legislative matters throughout my career. Now that I’m out of public office, I have an even greater appreciation for his hard work and selfless leadership to help move our county forward for future generations.”
“This election is a defining moment in Santa Rosa County. I’ve never seen anything close to this type of chaos. Colten Wright’s common-sense approach makes him the right man for the job as County Commissioner.”
“Santa Rosa County needs leaders with a clear vision and moral courage to make the right decisions. Colten Wright has proven himself to be that kind of leader and he makes a positive difference. He understands the issues and works hard to deliver solutions in a collaborative manner, all in the best interest of our county residents. His conduct on the commission is commendable, as he presents himself in a way that makes us proud to have him in that role. We need Colten Wright’s leadership to make Santa Rosa County the best it can be.”
“Colten Wright has shown an unwavering dedication to doing what is right, regardless of popularity. He has consistently demonstrated a commitment to considering all perspectives, ensuring every decision is informed and balanced.”
“I am proud to have the opportunity to support Colten wright, a conservative individual that leads with his heart and the voice of his constituents, making the right choices for the right reasons. I trust his leadership and ability to sustain our quality of life and move our community forward using our county’s resources to their maximum benefit.”
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