Jimm Middleton

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Jimm Middleton

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Education

High school

Dundalk High School

Associate

Catonsville Community College

Bachelor's

National Louis University, 1981

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Air Force

Years of service

1974 - 1983

Service / branch

U.S. Air National Guard

Years of service

1975 - 1983

Personal

Birthplace

Maryland

Religion

Missionary Baptist

Profession

Technology professional

Contact

Campaign Instagram

Personal Instagram

Jimm Middleton ran for election to the Orange County Soil and Water Conservation District to represent District 2 in Florida. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Middleton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Jimm Middleton served in the U.S. Air Force National Guard from 1974 to 1983. Middleton earned a high school diploma from Dundalk High School, an associate degree from Catonsville Community College, a bachelor's degree from National Louis University in 1991, and a military citation from the United States Air Force.

Middleton's professional experience includes working in technology, telecommunications, and entertainment. He has been affiliated with the Valencia College IT/NET Advisory Council; Bikers Against Child Abuse; Black Data Processing Associates; Premier CIO Forum, Children's Cabinet of Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties; Mt. Olive Baptist Church; OpenTravel Alliance; Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association; Information Technology Senior Management Forum; Home Owners Association, Cavalier Park; National Multiple Sclerosis; and the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts.

Elections

2024

See also: Municipal elections in Orange County, Florida (2024)

General election

General election for Orange County Soil and Water Conservation District District 2

Jim Moyer defeated Vicki Vargo and Jimm Middleton in the general election for Orange County Soil and Water Conservation District District 2 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jim Moyer (Nonpartisan)	40.7	35,122
		Vicki Vargo (Nonpartisan)	39.1	33,750
		Jimm Middleton (Nonpartisan)	20.2	17,443

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 86,315
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Kim Buchheit (Nonpartisan)
• Matthew Grocholske (Nonpartisan)

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Middleton in this election.

2020

See also: Municipal elections in Orange County, Florida (2020)

General election

General election for Orange County Soil and Water Conservation District District 5

Alaina Shaleen Slife defeated Mark Meta and Jimm Middleton in the general election for Orange County Soil and Water Conservation District District 5 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Alaina Shaleen Slife (Nonpartisan)	43.3	217,618
		Mark Meta (Nonpartisan)	33.2	166,975
		Jimm Middleton (Nonpartisan)	23.5	117,965

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 502,558
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Jimm Middleton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Middleton's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Working and worked as a volunteer with numerous nonprofit organizations for years/decades to improve situations for the average citizen and empower children. Working with nonprofit and volunteer opportunities provide special insight to help guide one in the role of Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor.

For a significant portion of my career I worked as a consultant helping Fortune 500 companies solve issues and improve. This aspect of my life allowed me the benefit of working across the USA and Europe solving issues, implementing solutions and building teams. Additionally I worked with US Attorney's Offices within multiple cities throughout the country.

The ability to work with multiple agencies, develop/complete projects and deliver is something I have done throughout my personal, public, family and work life.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• #NoFlintHere - Do NOT allow the atrocities plaguing the water systems and impacting the citizens of Flint, MI to occur here.
• Communication/Education - Keep the public informed. Let the citizens of Orange County know the responsibilities of the office and how it benefits citizens and the community.
• Transparency - Operate with the upmost integrity, engage the public, help citizens, ensure information conveyed in meetings is readily available and communicate openly

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Help others, the benefit is always in your favor. Assist private and public landowners with conservation projects regarding soil and water.

Seek to improve Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor by expanding community education, outlining the benefits it offers to each citizen and protecting / conserving our lands (soil and water) for people today and future generations.

Building inclusive relationships with agencies (federal, state, regional, and local partners) to promote / provide additional benefits to the community.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

Hopefully this office provides oversight across the county to ensure citizens remain safe through effective soil and water conservation practices.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My parents instilled me was a fantastic value system where we respect, value and appreciate everyone.

Dr. Dorothy Height was very inspirational to me and I still hold dear the time I met her in 1995. We have a terrific conversation and I was left thoroughly impressed.

H Ross Perot was a great man with superb qualities endearing him to local communities and well respected in the corporate arena.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

My philosophy which has guided me throughout my life and applies to running for an elected position as well, which is “Help Others, the Benefit is Always in Your Favor”.

No particular book, essay or film in particular.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, transparency and beholding to the public and citizens of the community.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Integrity, honesty and interested in the well being of others.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Integrity, honesty, adherence to the law, work for the people not self, having the public's best interest at the forefront at all times and ensure a positive impact on the community is delivered through acts performed while in the office.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Ensure we can leave an environment that is useful and beneficial to future generations.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I’m not quite a youngest and I recall while in 1st grade the assassination of President Kennedy.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

As a youth I held typical jobs like working in a lunch room, paper boy and babysitter.

as an adult I have worked in the technology arena for decades helping major Corporations solve problems. This covers the bulk of my career. Working as a consultant afforded me the benefit of working learning, understanding and helping a multitude of corporations across numerous industries. Helping others and implementing solutions has been of particular interest for me over the years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

I’m a fan of John Grisham and Michael Crichton novels.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

A unique one. The Blue Marvel comes to mind, Adam Bernard Brashear.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

No particular song stays stuck, however I enjoy Ballards and songs that tell a story.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Ensuring I can always work to benefit my family.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Not that I am currently aware.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Experience is crucial to any role undertaken. More importantly experience can be gained through multiple channels and applied to situations encountered in the government office.

Based on the goals of this office political experience is not mandated. The ability to work with others, understand roles and responsibilities, motivate and execute projects through completion are key factors to successfully fulfilling the role. This is something I have demonstrated throughout my career while working in corporate America, as well as working directly within and with nonprofit organizations and performing volunteer activities.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Skills crucial to this role include team work. relationship building, project management, knowledge of resources available to assist private and public landowners, effective communication and information dissemination to name just a few.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

Hopefully this office provides oversight across the county to ensure citizens remain safe through effective soil and water conservation practices.

Ideally this role helps provide the necessary oversight to ensure the atrocities acted against citizens in Flint, MI never occur in Orange County Florida. As a reminder of what occurred in Flint, MI - The city’s water system was contaminated with lead and other pollutants, affecting the health and well-being of its residents.

Tell us your favorite joke.

I know a ton of Dad jokes and kid jokes. Working. With BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) I often have a chance to tell jokes to kids and learn new ones too.

I would be happy sit down and share quite a few.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

While I have spoken to several organizations and individuals I did not ask for specific endorsements for this campaign.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Transparency is a KEY message point I continuously convey. It’s paramount in any position, especially when it comes to government accountability.

We should our elected officers accountable and they should constantly practice fiduciary responsibility.

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2020

Jimm Middleton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Middleton's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Working and worked as a volunteer with numerous nonprofit organizations for years/decades to improve situations for the average citizen and empower children. Working with nonprofit and volunteer opportunities provide special insight to help guide one in the role of Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor.

For a significant portion of my career I worked as a consultant helping Fortune 500 companies solve issues and improve. This aspect of my life allowed me the benefit of working across the USA and Europe solving issues, implementing solutions and building teams. Additionally I worked with US Attorney's Offices within multiple cities throughout the country.

The ability to work with multiple agencies, develop projects and deliver is something I have done throughout my personal, public, family and work life.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• #NoFlintHere - Do NOT allow the atrocities plaguing the water systems of Flint, MI to occur here.
• Transparency - operate with the upmost integrity, engage the public, help citizens, ensure information conveyed in meetings is readily available and communicate openly
• Keep the public informed. Let the citizens of Orange County know the responsibility of the office and how it's there to benefit them.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Help others, the benefit is always in your favor. Assist private and public landowners with conservation projects regarding soil and water.

Seek to improve Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor by expanding community education, outlining the benefits it offers to each citizen and protecting / conserving our lands (soil and water) for people today and future generations.

Building inclusive relationships with agencies (federal, state, regional, and local partners) to promote / provide additional benefits to the community.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

A fundamental role for the board of supervisors is to bring together, at the local level, all interested and affected parties, along with the support organizations charged with providing technical and administrative assistance, to develop and implement a plan to address resource concerns.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

A motto in which guides me through life and continues to serve me well - "Help others, the benefit is always in your favor".

Throughout my career and volunteer life I embraced the goals of a servant leader. Leaders should "feed the troops first", something I learned working with H. Ross Perot.

With volunteer opportunities, nonprofit organizations, consulting duties and working in corporate America I have led numerous efforts to success benefiting each organization and entity.

It's key to understand and support the mission of the organization. A clear and concise mission statement helps guide the organization with decisions and daily operations.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Integrity, honesty and having the public's best interest at the forefront at all times.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I have worked in the field of technology helping major Corporations solve problems for years. This covers the bulk of my career. Working as a consultant afforded me the benefit of working learning, understanding and helping a multitude of corporations across multiple industries. Helping others has been of particular interest for me over the years.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

One of the consistent question I hear is what does a Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor do?

Education to the community of the functions of the office is paramount. People need to understand the responsibilities of the office and the benefits afforded to them. This is especially true for our public and private landowners.

The mission of an organization is crucial to it's success and helps to guide its members through decisions to benefit the community.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Experience is always critical and can be obtained through many channels.

Based on the goals of this office political experience is not mandated. The ability to work with others, understand roles and responsibilities, motivate and execute projects through completion are key factors to successfully fulfilling the role. This is something I have demonstrated throughout my career while working in corporate America, as well as working directly with several nonprofit organizations and performing volunteer activities.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Skills crucial to this role include team work. relationship building, project management, knowledge of resources available to assist private and public landowners, effective communication and information dissemination to name just a few.

Note: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.

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