Ep. 14: City of Bradenton Mayor Gene Brown

In this episode of Chambers, Changes & Conversations, we talk with the City of Bradenton’s own Mayor Gene Brown: lifelong resident, coach, business leader, and now the elected leader of Manatee County’s largest city and County Seat.

From revitalizing downtown and enhancing the Riverwalk to expanding parks and recreation opportunities, Mayor Brown shares how the City is shaping Bradenton into a place where families thrive and businesses grow. We talk about the balance of growth and preserving hometown charm, the City’s bold Face It, Fix It wastewater upgrades, addresses water quality concerns, and why collaboration between the city and county matters more than ever.

We also dive into the vision for Bradenton’s future: a vibrant downtown, safer neighborhoods, and strong public-private partn ...