South Florida Municipal Elections: Key Races and Voting Information

South Florida Municipal Elections Underway

• 🗳️ Polls are now open across South Florida for municipal elections in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties.
• ⏰ Voting is available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today, and voters must go to their specific assigned precinct.

Miami Beach Mayoral Race

• 💡 The Miami Beach mayoral race features a contest between current Mayor Steven Miner and City Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez.
• ⚖️ Key campaign issues include public safety, addressing homelessness, rebuilding the tourism brand, and creating affordable housing.

Hialeah Mayoral Election

• 🏙️ Hialeah is holding a five-person race for mayor following the resignation of former Mayor Estabbon Bobo.
• 후보 Candidates include Brian Calvo, Jackie Garcia Roves, Benny Rodriguez, Mark Anthony Salvat, and Jesus Tundador.

Miami Mayoral Race Dynamics

• 🔑 With current Mayor Francis Suarez term-limited, Miami voters are choosing a new leader from over a dozen candidates.
• 📊 Notable candidates include County Commissioner Eileen Higgins, Miami City Commissioner Joe Coroyo, former City Manager Emilio Gonzalez, and former City Commissioner Ken Russell.
• 🔄 If no candidate secures over 50% of the vote, a runoff election will be held next month between the top two contenders.

Other Key Local Races

• 🏠 Voters in Homestead will also decide on three city commission seats.
• 📊 The elections cover various key issues and leadership positions across several municipalities.