Clean water. Honest government. A place for our kids to grow. Indiantown families deserve nothing less.
At the council workshops for the comprehensive plan, officials were changing the words “drinking water” to “potable water” — like the two meant the same thing. A Planning and Zoning board member compared water quality to home values, as if Palm City naturally deserved better water than we do.
That was the morning I decided to run. Water shouldn’t depend on what neighborhood you live in.
On a Tuesday, the Planning and Zoning board reviewed an annexation tied to the data center. The council voted on it just nine days later. Hundreds of pages, less than 72 hours, and residents trying to read it after a full workday. People stayed for hours just to speak for three minutes — and a lot of them left feeling like the decision had already been made before they walked in.
Residents deserve transparency before votes happen, not after.
When I was in sixth grade in Puerto Rico, the mayor put lights on our courts and started running youth tournaments. That’s how I found volleyball, and where a lot of kids in my neighborhood found a safe place to socialize after school.
Indiantown has the Warriors, the YMCA, and the Boys & Girls Club, and they all matter — but they can’t reach every kid, and not every family qualifies. The Martin County School Board already has years of survey data on what our kids want to play. We don’t need another survey. We need to act on what we already know.
The home I chose.
I grew up in Puerto Rico, where I learned what a small town can do when the people running it actually show up. Showing up isn’t speeches. It’s reading the packet before you vote on it, returning the call, and leaving good notes so the next person doesn’t have to start over.
Indiantown has been overlooked for a long time. Amtrak still serves West Palm and Okeechobee but demolished our station years ago. SR 710 cut through what was left of our downtown. We’re an incorporated village now, and a wave of investment is finally coming — thousands of planned homes, a new high school, shopping centers, a data center. We can grow on someone else’s terms, or we can carve out an identity that’s ours. I’m running because we get one chance to do this right.
Ana, in her own words.
Why are you running for office?
I am running because I believe local government should listen first, communicate openly, and make decisions that reflect the needs of the people who live here. My goal is to bring transparency, accountability, and practical solutions that improve everyday life — from safe roads and clean drinking water to quality parks, youth opportunities, and responsible growth.
What makes you the best candidate for this position?
I built successful real estate and mortgage businesses that have helped families achieve homeownership while providing honest guidance throughout the process. I have also dedicated countless volunteer hours advocating for Indiantown residents by attending public meetings, asking questions, and encouraging greater transparency and community participation. I also volunteer with the Sandy Oaks HOA in Indiantown.
What would be your top three priorities during your first year in office?
First, improve transparency by making information more accessible, expanding public engagement, and ensuring residents have meaningful opportunities to participate before major decisions are made.
Second, focus on infrastructure and quality-of-life issues such as water quality, road safety, parks, and code enforcement.
Third, support responsible economic growth while protecting the character of Indiantown and ensuring development keeps pace with infrastructure and community needs.
What distinguishes you from your opponents in this race?
I am not running because of politics — I am running because I care deeply about this community and believe residents deserve to be heard. I will ask difficult questions, make informed decisions based on facts, remain accessible to all residents, and work collaboratively to find practical solutions rather than simply accepting the status quo.
How will you defend Indiantown residents when the state imposes an agenda that contradicts local interests?
I will evaluate every proposal based on one question: Does this improve the quality of life for Indiantown residents? That means asking for complete information, independent studies when appropriate, public input, and transparency before major decisions are made.
If the state reduces or eliminates property taxes, how should the Village respond?
I believe the Village should first focus on growing its commercial tax base rather than relying primarily on homeowners. We should actively attract and support local businesses that create jobs, generate economic activity, and expand the tax base.
Thoughtfully targeted economic development incentives can be appropriate when they result in long-term benefits, measurable job creation, and increased revenue for the community.
As a Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Broker, I understand that a healthy local economy depends on balance. We need responsible residential growth, but we also need commercial investment so that homeowners are not carrying most of the financial burden.
Do you support a sports complex for Indiantown?
A sports complex is an investment in our community’s future. As Indiantown continues to grow, a quality sports complex could attract youth leagues, tournaments, and regional events that bring visitors who support our local restaurants, shops, hotels, and small businesses.
That creates jobs, generates economic activity, and diversifies our local tax base. Today, we rely heavily on a limited number of major taxpayers. We should continue attracting a broader mix of businesses so our local economy is stronger and more sustainable.
A sports complex would also provide opportunities for our children and families to stay active, encourage healthy lifestyles, and give our youth more recreational options close to home. My priority is responsible growth.
What actions would you take to protect the ecosystem, including the Indian River Lagoon and the Everglades?
I support responsible growth that includes protecting the Indian River Lagoon, the Everglades, and our local waterways through strong stormwater management, responsible land-use planning, and ensuring that infrastructure keeps pace with development.
We should encourage conservation, reduce pollution entering our waterways, and make decisions based on sound science and long-term sustainability. For Indiantown, that also means continuing to improve our drinking water infrastructure and being transparent with residents about water quality.
Clean, reliable water is not a luxury — it is a necessity. We have a responsibility to protect our natural resources so future generations can enjoy the same environment we have today.