About Me
Local leadership, rooted in Southwest Florida.
Jesus Purdon is a public official, policy professional, writer, and community advocate. As Deputy Mayor and District 2 City Council representative, he works on issues shaping everyday life in Bonita Springs—from public safety, economic development, and water quality to infrastructure, recreation, and regional partnerships. His municipal work has included supporting downtown revitalization, expanded recreational opportunities such as soccer facilities, and community amenities as the city grows.
Growth should serve the people and places that call Southwest Florida home.
Jesus serves as Bonita Springs’ liaison to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and has advocated for maintaining law-enforcement resources in the city. He also serves on Florida Gulf Coast University’s Vester Community Advisory Board, connecting local government with broader conversations about Southwest Florida’s marine and environmental resources.
His writing explores how communities can welcome new residents and investment while keeping housing, transportation, public safety, recreation, infrastructure, and services in step. He considers downtowns, local businesses, historic places, and natural resources part of a community’s identity and future.
His community experience includes Habitat for Humanity of Lee & Hendry Counties, CREW Land & Water Trust, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida League of Cities, and Latino239. His federal public-policy experience includes serving as Senior Advisor to Congressman Byron Donalds and previously as District Director for Florida’s 19th Congressional District.
How can a community grow and stay true to itself?
Read Jesus’s perspective on balancing housing, infrastructure, local businesses, recreation, historic places, and natural resources as Southwest Florida grows.