Today is the 10th of March, 2026, and voters across Florida are gearing up for a significant election day. Polling places will be open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and residents can find their voting locations using the Precinct Finder on the Supervisor of Elections’ website. This election features mayoral races and several important referendums that could shape the future of local communities in Palm Beach County.
In Boca Raton, voters have a chance to participate in the mayoral election, with interviews available for all three candidates on CBS12’s YouTube channel. Additionally, there are two crucial referendums on the ballot. The first proposes financing up to $175 million in bonds for a new police headquarters, which would be repaid over 30 years through property taxes. The second referendum involves a 99-year lease for 7.8 acres to create “One Boca,” a walkable neighborhood that will include housing, shops, offices, a hotel, and improvements to Memorial Park.
Referendums Across Palm Beach County
Moving to Boynton Beach, residents will vote on three referendums. The first aims to add a preamble to the city’s constitution, emphasizing the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of its citizens. The second seeks to increase the residency requirements for candidates, mandating they live in the city for at least two years before running for office. Lastly, the third referendum proposes updating constitutional language and communication rules to include gender-neutral terms and modern communication methods.
Juno Beach is also in the spotlight with its mayoral race, where interviews with candidates Elaine Cotronakis and Dave Santilli can also be found on CBS12’s YouTube channel. Meanwhile, Lake Worth Beach has several referendums, including one to confirm election results by the Supervisor of Elections and others addressing long-term leases for city-owned properties east and west of A1A. There’s even a proposed regulation to fill City Manager vacancies within 90 days.
In Loxahatchee Groves, voters will consider two significant referendums: one that allows the removal of charter officials with a simple majority and another focused on reviewing contracts to reduce costs and time. Over in Palm Beach, the city council races feature candidates Lewis “Lew” S.W. Crampton and John David Corey, while Palm Beach Gardens and Wellington are also holding elections with important referendums on their ballots.
In a notable twist, Miami has made headlines as Eileen Higgins, a Democrat, won the mayoral election, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez, who had the backing of Donald Trump. This victory marks the first time in 30 years that a Democrat has taken the mayor’s office in Miami, a city that has seen a political shift toward the right in recent years. Higgins, known as “La Gringa,” is not only the first woman to lead Miami but also the first non-Hispanic mayor since the 1990s. Her campaign focused on pressing issues like rising prices and immigration policies, and she has pledged to create affordable housing while cutting unnecessary expenditures. This election victory is seen as a potential sign of change as Democrats gear up for the upcoming midterms in 2026.
The political landscape in Florida is evolving, and today’s elections will play a crucial role in shaping the future of local governance. Voters are encouraged to make their voices heard and participate in the democratic process.
For more details on the election and specific candidates, visit the full article here.
For insights into Eileen Higgins’ historic victory in Miami, check out the coverage here and learn how this election reflects a broader shift in U.S. politics here.