Clint Pate

Joel (Clint) Clinton Pate was born in 1961 in Graceville Florida. He is the son of Joel & Shirley Pate and was raised on the Washington and Jackson County line, north of Chipley. He is a graduate of Chipley High School and he attended Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College (ABAC) in Tifton Georgia where he earned an Associates of Arts degree in animal science. After college, he married his high school sweetheart Alice Graham and moved across the county line to 3618 Earlston Road, Graceville Florida where he has resided for over 28 years. Alice is employed at the Jackson County Health Department as a registered nurse. They have 2 children, Anthony Joel Pate (27) and Hannah Pate O’steen (23).
“I have committed to run for Jackson County Commissioner, District 2 in an honest and straight-forward manner,” Pate said. “I am not a career politician. I am a concerned citizen that is taking action to make a positive impact on the important issues facing the residents of Jackson County, such as economic growth, reduced budgets, and road improvements. I believe that if you’re not willing to be a part of the solution, then you are a part of the problem. I believe that government should be accountable for its spending and decisions. I believe in smaller government that should support the people and not rule them. I believe that the citizens of Jackson County District 2 need a strong representative that is willing to stand up and fight for the well being of the community.”

Professional Experience:
GPI Southeast, Inc., formerly - Varnum & Associates, Inc. March 1997 to Present: Clint is currently a roadway designer/project manager. He has over 13 years experience in roadway design, permitting, pavement markings, erosion control, traffic control, and working with FDOT personnel.
Florida Department of Transportation - August 1996 - March 1997: Clint’s responsibilities included loading software, troubleshooting computer and printer issues, repairing computers and network wiring.
Pate’s Farm and Garden - August 1984 - August 1996: Clint managed this family owned business. His duties included meeting and working with the public and ensuring customer satisfaction, ordering, sales, accounts payable and receivable, bookkeeping, problem solving, supervision of other employees and all managerial decision making.
Moormans Manufacturing Company - March 1986 - December 1995: Clint was responsible for area sales and service, including sales visits, customer service, truck routing, delivery scheduling, accounts payable and receivable. He also prioritized work duties and scheduled business meetings.
Alabama Farmers Group - January 1982-July 1984: Clint completed a 10 week management training school before becoming the assistant manager at Campbellton Farmers Co-op. He was in charge of sales, customer service, employee supervision and debt collection.
Phillips Dairy – June 1981 – December 1981: Clint assisted Wallace Phillips with the day to day operations of a dairy farm.

Past and Present Community Involvement:
Jackson County Republican Executive Committee
Jackson County Republican Club
Jackson County Fair Board
Washington County Youth Fair Board
Dixie Youth Softball Coach
Dixie Youth Baseball Coach
Baseball and Softball Umpire
4-H Leader
FFA Supporter
Assistant District Director for Dixie Youth
Tiger 100 Board

Contact info:
Cell - 850-527-3900 - E-mail - pateclint@yahoo.com