Getman won't seek reelection

Manatee County Commissioner Ron Getman announced recently he will not seek a third term on the county’s governing board.

The 65-year-old at-large commissioner said he plans to build his at-home travel agency, which specializes in cruise vacations.

Two candidates already have stepped forward to vie for the District 4 seat, including Republican Robin DeSabatino and Democrat Roger Galle.

Getman has served on the commission since first being elected in 2002.