Anne M. Gannon Tax Collector Palm Beach County

Anne M. Gannon was elected Tax Collector, Palm Beach County in November 2006.
 
Ms. Gannon’s unique background in both the private and public sectors, combined with her civic activities, provide her with an integral understanding of Palm Beach County.
 
Ms. Gannon served the citizens of District 86 in the Florida House of Representatives for six years. She was honored by her peers when elected the Democratic Leader Pro Tempore. She served on the Insurance, Health Care Appropriations, Ethics & Elections Committees and the Rules & Calendar Council. Ms. Gannon also served on the Select Committee on Medicaid Reform.

Ms. Gannon has received numerous honors for her legislative service. Examples include the Legislator of the Year by the League of Conservation Voters, The Distinguished Civic Achievement Award by the American Jewish Congress Southeast Division, the Florida Chamber of Commerce Honor Roll, American Cancer Society Leadership Award, and the National Association of Social Workers Elected Official of the Year. Most recently, the Florida Council against Sexual Violence created the Anne Gannon Warrior for Women Award given to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding effort to protect women and children against sexual violence.
 
Ms. Gannon has served on many community boards and committees including the Pineapple Grove Main Street, Community Childcare Center, Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies and the Delray Beach Affordable Housing Task Force. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of JFK Medical Center and Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse.
 
Ms. Gannon’s business acumen, organizational planning skills and problem solving abilities make her a respected and effective leader. Her charismatic approach and limitless energy are vital in her role as Palm Beach County Tax Collector.