He’s coming out of retirement as appraiser to seek another term in office
By DONNIE SPARKMAN
Candidate
Donnie Sparkman, a seasoned professional with over 47 years of property experience and a proud Vietnam veteran, has officially announced his candidacy for Property Appraiser.
With a deep understanding of property values and a commitment to fairness and transparency, Sparkman aims to bring a wealth of knowledge and experience back to the office. There is currently a lack of experienced professionals in the Property Appraiser’s Office, which has led to inaccuracies and inefficiencies. Just within the last two years, the Wakulla County Property Appraiser’s Office has received two advisory letters due to selective appraisals.
Under the leadership of Sparkman, who previously served as the Property Appraiser of Wakulla County, the office was deemed a model for other small counties. With Sparkman’s extensive background, he is confident that he can bring back the necessary expertise to improve the accuracy and fairness of property appraisals in our community.
Before retiring in January 2017, Sparkman served 23 years as a surveyor, three years as the Planning and Zoning Director of Wakulla and worked 20+ years in the Property Appraiser’s Office with 10 of those years serving as the Property Appraiser of Wakulla County. Experience matters.
Sparkman is also a Vietnam veteran, having served his country with distinction in the 199th Light Infantry Brigade. His dedication to service is a family tradition; all three of his sons served in the Iraqi War, highlighting the family’s strong commitment to their country and community.
It is quite apparent that the current office lacks the experience and knowledge required to make the best decisions possible for the citizens of Wakulla County. Sparkman believes that the people of our community deserve an appraiser who will listen to their concerns and work tirelessly to address them accurately and appropriately. Sparkman’s commitment to our community and his extensive experience in property appraisals make him the ideal candidate.
The people of the community work hard for what they have and deserve a knowledgeable and experienced leader.
Donnie Sparkman is that leader and would appreciate your support and vote on Aug. 20, 2024.
