Sandy has a long history of serving the community in which she lives. She served as Hillsborough County Commissioner, District 1 from 2010 to 2020. Recognized as a true leader, Sandy was elected by her fellow commissioners as Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) for 2014-2015 and 2017-2018.
As Hillsborough County Commissioner, Sandy remained focused on economic development for small businesses and creating jobs as a public policy leader; transportation, where she worked with local leaders to craft future effective transportation policy; ending homelessness in the county; fighting the opioid crisis locally; tackling human trafficking through awareness and education; addressing mental health and substance issues through a successful Jail Diversion Program; and providing high-quality critical children’s services in the county through her creation of a Blue Ribbon Committee for Child Safety.
Prior to joining the County Commission, Sandy served eight years as a member of the Florida House of Representatives and was the first Republican woman to hold the position of Speaker Pro-Tempore.
Sandy has been directly involved in more than 30 organizations that support our community and enhance the lives of children and families.