Bradenton City Council Ward 3 · Nov 3, 2026

Kemp Schuessler

Candidate for City Council Ward 3 (incumbent)

5 candidates · 3 seats3 sourced positions

Kemp Schuessler, the incumbent, is running for Bradenton City Council Ward 3 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Thomas Schwarz.

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Independent insurance agent with more than 30 years in financial services, appointed to Ward 3 in July 2025. He is a longtime resident of the Wares Creek neighborhood.

Campaign website: kempschuessler.com

Kemp Schuessler was appointed to Ward 3 in July 2025 to fill the vacancy left when Josh Cramer became police chief. The seat is on the ballot in November 2026. City of Bradenton

Where Kemp Schuessler stands: positions on the record

Coastal density1 sourced position

Moved to approve Ordinance 4036 and to adopt Ordinance 4037, the Westminster land-use and zoning changes (both passed 4-1, Aug. 2025).
Council voteCity of Bradenton · Aug 13, 2025

Infrastructure1 sourced position

Campaign site lists reliable infrastructure as a priority: investing in roads, drainage and essential city services.
“Investing in roads, drainage, and essential city services.”
Own statementKemp Schuessler for Bradenton City Council: Home

Public safety1 sourced position

Campaign site lists safe neighborhoods as a priority.
“Focused on maintaining strong public safety and protecting quality of life.”
Own statementKemp Schuessler for Bradenton City Council: Home

Also running for City Council Ward 3

Thomas Schwarz

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