Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pinellas County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in governance
Early Voting and Elections
Early voting is now open in Pinellas County, so you can cast a ballot before Election Day if you know where to go and what's on your ballot. It's a convenient option, but it only matters if voters actually use it.
2026 Florida primary election results
The Pinellas County primary results are in, and they decide who advances to make local calls on your taxes, roads, and services. If you skipped it, the winners are now positioned to shape the county budget and day-to-day decisions.
St. Pete mayoral election results
Crist and Welch are leading St. Pete’s mayoral race in unofficial results. The next mayor will drive budget, housing, and development decisions—so this race matters for renters, homeowners, and anyone who cares about how the city grows.
Primary Election Results
Primary results are in for St. Petersburg mayor and other Pinellas County races, narrowing the field to candidates who will shape local government. If you live in Pinellas, these names will help decide city budgets, services, and policies heading into November.
Primary Elections
Pinellas County's 2026 primary is on the calendar, and the ballot decides who moves forward to run county government — the people who set your property tax rate and greenlight development. Primary turnout is usually a fraction of general election turnout, so a small slice of voters ends up picking the shortlist everyone else chooses from in November.
Mayoral Election Voter Turnout
Fewer than 9% of Pinellas voters have cast ballots so far in the St. Pete mayor’s race, so turnout is extremely low. If you live in St. Pete, your vote matters way more than usual—small shifts in who shows up could decide the election.
City Council Election Results
Gulfport has two new city council members: Jennifer Daunch and Jennifer Webb. If you live there, they'll help decide budgets, zoning, and city services—so local decisions now run through them.
Election Day Results
It's Election Day in Pinellas County, and today's votes decide local races and ballot measures that shape how county government runs. Results are being posted live, so you can check back to see who won. If you skipped the polls, you're still on the hook for what comes next.
elected official resignations over new Florida law
More Pinellas County elected officials are resigning after a controversial new Florida law shook up local offices. That means the people making county decisions could change, so it’s worth watching who fills those seats.
County Commission Election Endorsement
Conservative groups are backing Vincent Nowicki for Pinellas County Commission, and the outcome could reshape how the board handles taxes, development, and county services. For voters, the endorsement is a signal that this race may hinge on fiscal and growth priorities. If Nowicki wins, expect a more conservative tilt on county spending and land-use decisions.