Biography
Born and raised in Alachua County, Commissioner Pinkoson attended all local schools and graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Business Administration.
He is married to the lovely Tina Pinkoson, and is extremely fortunate to have three terrific sons.
Recently retired, Commissioner Pinkoson enjoyed a 31-year career in opticianry, owning a business for 22 years.
Commissioner Pinkoson was elected to the Alachua County Commission in November 2002.
Actively involved in the Rotary Club of Gainesville since 1980, he has served in the capacity as a member of the Board of Directors, President of the Club as well as serving as the chair of Rotary's Wild Game Feast four times.
As a member of the Gainesville Quarterback Club, he enjoyed being a member of the Board of Directors and its President.
Currently, he serves as a member and President (the shortest straw scenario) of a charitable catering group called the Foundation Fryers. The money raised goes to scholarships.
Pinkoson also found time throughout all of his involvement in many civic organizations to create the Wooden Barrel's "Feed the Hungry" Program. He is also excited about the role of champion for United Way Success by Six, an organization that has full potential to have a positive influence on families and children in Alachua County.