(openPR) - On Jan 27, 2012, Governor Rick Scott was the main luncheon speaker at the Latin Builders Association® Decision 2012 event. He was joined by Republican Presidential candidates Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich. During the luncheon, there was a unique question and answer session where guests could speak directly to the Governor.

Some of the questions posed to the Governor included education funding, permits, and how the state will create jobs. The Governor spoke frankly about how he envisioned bringing jobs back to Florida.

Other topics addressed included the destination resorts act and off shore drilling.
The Governor also gave a speech regarding a plan to get Florida back on track by adding more funding to education, keeping the cost of living down, and creating more jobs.

“We were honored to have this opportunity to speak candidly with Governor Rick Scott,” said President Bernie Navarro. “We are all looking forward to moving the South Florida economy forward, and the Governors plans reflect forward motion.”

Also in attendance at the Decision 2012 event were Presidential candidates Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum. The event concluded with the LBA endorsing Rick Santorum.

About Latin Builders Association®
Established in 1971 by a group of local contractors, Latin Builders Association, Inc. ® (LBA) has embodied the interests of builders, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, plumbers, electricians and tradesmen associated with the business of construction, striving to provide a vital forum for discussion, networking, training/development, and representation at the local, state and
federal level. Today, we are the largest Hispanic construction association in the United States,
representing over 750 member companies throughout South Florida.
Throughout our 40 year history the LBA has been vigorously involved in local, state and federal issues that have an effect on our community and state. The LBA’s core goal is to represent and further the interests of the South Florida Community, the local building industry, and the individuals and companies that strive day after day to make this a better place to live, work and play. For more
information please visit www.lbaorg.com.

Latin Builders Association
7795 NW 12th Street suite 415
Doral, Fl 33126
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