City of Dunedin
AJ Gonzales is a highly experienced professional with a diverse background in emergency services, healthcare, philanthropy, and education. Currently serving as a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Dunedin since June 2022, AJ also holds a long-standing position as a Combat Medic in the Army National Guard since February 2004, specializing in combat trauma management. Previous roles include Manager of Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships at College to Congress, Associate Director of Philanthropy at Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc, and Senior District Executive for the Boy Scouts of America, where responsibilities included program development and volunteer management. AJ's early career includes teaching English to middle school students in China, alongside academic credentials that include a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida and a TEFL Certificate from Peking University.
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City of Dunedin
Dunedin is recognized as a vibrant Main Street City offering quaint retail stores, art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, and breweries. The Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail, a 38.2 mile recreational trail stretching from north to south Pinellas County, runs through the heart of downtown. Dunedin also has an active merchants association that works with the City to sponsor many events that bring residents and visitors to the area including Mardi Gras, Dunedin Wines the Blues, and the Arts and Crafts Festival. The City of Dunedin provides a wide array of services and amenities to its residents, visitors, and businesses.