Your Comprehensive Democratic Voting Guide for Broward County Elections

Making informed choices at the ballot box is a cornerstone of democratic participation. This guide serves as your resource for navigating the upcoming elections in Broward County, ensuring you’re prepared to cast your vote with confidence.

Understanding who and what you’re voting for is crucial. In this election, Broward County residents will be voting for a range of positions, from national leadership to local community roles. This guide provides a clear overview of endorsed candidates for various offices.

Federal Offices

• President and Vice President: Kamala Harris and Tim Walz
• US Senate: Debbie Mucarsel Powell
• Representative in Congress:
  • Jared Moskowitz, District 23 (Incumbent)
  • Debbie Wasserman Schultz, District 25 (Incumbent)

State Offices

• State Senate:
  • Barbara Sharief, District 35
  • Jason Pizzo, District 37 (Incumbent)
• State House:
  • Jim Brenner, District 100
  • Michael Gottlieb, District 102 (Incumbent)
  • Robin Bartleman, District 103 (Incumbent)
  • Marie Woodson, District 105 (Incumbent)

Broward County Offices

• Broward County Sheriff: Gregory Tony (Incumbent)
• Broward County Commissioner:
  • District 1: Nan H. Rich (Incumbent)
• County Court Judge:
  • Group 10: Samuel Ford Stark

Coral Springs Elections

• Coral Springs Commission:
  • Seat 5: José “Joe” Morera

Dania Beach Elections

• Dania Beach Commission (Vote for up to three):
  • Joyce L. Davis (Incumbent)
  • Polly Ann Jones
  • Colman Ryan

Fort Lauderdale Elections

• Fort Lauderdale Mayor: Dean Trantalis (Incumbent)
• Fort Lauderdale Commission:
  • District 1: Norby Belz
  • District 2 (Choose one):
    • Steven Glassman (Incumbent)
    • Charlotte Rodstrom
  • District 4 (Choose one):
    • Ben Sorensen
    • Warren Sturman (Incumbent)

Hallandale Beach Elections

• Hallandale Beach Mayor: Joy F. Cooper (Incumbent)
• Hallandale Beach Commission:
  • Seat 4: Michele Lazarow (Incumbent)

Hollywood Elections

• Hollywood Mayor (Choose one):
  • Joshua “Josh” Levy (Incumbent)
  • Catherine “Cat” Uden
• Hollywood Commission:
  • District 2 (Choose one):
    • Peter D. Hernandez
    • Richard “Coach” Walker
  • District 6: Idelma Quintana (Incumbent)

Lauderdale Lakes Elections

• Lauderdale Lakes Mayor (Choose one):
  • Gloria Ms. Lewis
  • Beverly M. Williams
• Lauderdale Lakes Commission:
  • Seat 1: Easton K. Harrison
  • Seat 3: Nethel L. Stephens
  • Seat 4 (Choose one):
    • Paul Martin
    • Karlene Maxwell-Williams

Lauderhill Elections

• Lauderhill Mayor:
  • Denise Grant
  • Lawrence “Jabbow” Martin
• Lauderhill Commission:
  • Seat 1: Nadia Assad
  • Seat 2: Melissa P. Dunn (Incumbent)
  • Seat 3: “Ray” Martin (Incumbent)
  • Seat 4 (Choose one):
    • Miguelaille “Migy” Pierre
    • Mae Smith

Margate Elections

• Margate Commission:
  • Seat 1: Anthony Caggiano (Incumbent)
  • Seat 2: Arlene Ruth Schwartz (Incumbent)
  • Seat 4: Tommy Ruzzano (Incumbent)

North Lauderdale Elections

• North Lauderdale Commission:
  • District C: Regina Martin (Incumbent)
  • District D (Choose one):
    • Jerffrey Compere
    • Darrell “Dee” A. Lewis-Ricketts

Oakland Park Elections

• Oakland Park Commission (Vote for up to three):
  • Fitz Budhoo
  • Michael E. Carn
  • Aisha Gordon (Incumbent)
  • Letitia Newbold (Incumbent)

Parkland Elections

• Parkland Commission:
  • District 3: Cindy Murphy Salomone

Pembroke Pines Elections

• Pembroke Pines Commission:
  • District 4: Michael “Mike” Hernández (Incumbent)

Plantation Elections

• Plantation Council Member:
  • Group 5: Louis Reinstein (Incumbent)

Pompano Beach Elections

• Pompano Beach Mayor: Rex Hardin (Incumbent)
• Pompano Beach Commission:
  • District 4 (Choose one):
    • John “Jay” Jones
    • Beverly Perkins (Incumbent)
    • Edward “Ed” Phillips
  • District 5 (Choose one):
    • Cyndy Floyd
    • Sajan Kurian
    • Darlene Smith

Southwest Ranches Elections

• Southwest Ranches Mayor: Lori Parrish
• Southwest Ranches Commission:
  • District 3: Jim Albritton (Incumbent)

Sunrise Elections

• Sunrise Mayor (Choose one):
  • Mark A. Douglas
  • Mike Ryan (Incumbent)
• Sunrise Commission:
  • Seat A (Choose one):
    • Natalia Allen
    • Latoya Clarke
  • Seat B: Joseph “Joey” Scuotto (Incumbent)

Tamarac Elections

• Tamarac Commission:
  • District 1: Marlon Bolton (Incumbent)
  • District 3 (Choose one):
    • Elvin Villalobos (Incumbent)
    • Krystal Patterson

West Park Elections

• West Park Commission:
  • Seat 3 (Choose one):
    • Gernald Hawkins
    • Joy B. Smith (Incumbent)
  • Seat 4: Marvin Price (Incumbent)

Wilton Manors Elections

• Wilton Manors Mayor: Scott Newton (Incumbent)

Other Districts

• Broward County Soil & Water Conservation Board, Group 4: Jessie Bastos
• Central Broward Water Control District, Zone 5: Massimo “Max” Pulcini
• Coral Springs Improvement District:
  • Seat 1: Curt Tiefenbrun
  • Seat 2: Ben Groenevelt
  • Seat 3: Mark Ritter

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This Democratic Voting Guide is intended to provide Broward County voters with a clear and concise list of endorsed candidates. By staying informed and participating in local elections, you actively shape the future of your community and uphold the principles of democracy. Remember to research each candidate further to align your vote with your values and vision for Broward County. Your vote is your voice – make it count.