2026 Local Election Races Locked In; Candidate Forums Scheduled; Filing Updates
Key Questions
What races are on the 2026 local election ballot in Tallahassee and Leon County?
Candidate qualifying has closed, with four candidates for mayor and a crowded field for City Commission Seat 3. Proctor and Jones were re-elected unopposed, while write-in candidates for Maddox and Smith make their victories likely.
When and where are candidate forums being held?
Forums hosted by the Tallahassee Democrat, media groups, and the League of Women Voters are scheduled for mayor, school board, and judicial races. A City Commission Seat 5 forum took place on June 17 at WFSU.
What issues were debated at the City Commission Seat 5 forum?
Candidates discussed the tax proposal, economic growth, and other local issues. The forum featured candidates including Tifany Hill and Dot Inman-Johnson.
Where can voters find live updates on election filings?
Live updates on Leon County and Tallahassee candidate filings are available through local news sources. These confirm all candidates who have qualified for the 2026 ballot.
How many candidates are running for City Commission Seat 5?
Multiple candidates are competing for Seat 5, including current Commissioner Dianne Williams-Cox and former Mayor Dot Inman-Johnson. They participated in a recent debate on key city issues.
Candidate qualifying closed for Tallahassee and Leon County elections. Mayor race has four candidates; City Commission Seat 3 is crowded; Proctor and Jones re-elected unopposed. Write-in candidates for Maddox and Smith make their wins likely. Candidate forums hosted by Tallahassee Democrat and media group with League of Women Voters are scheduled. New: City Commission Seat 5 candidate forum held June 17; candidates debated tax proposal, economic growth, and other issues. Full schedule of upcoming forums for mayor, school board, and judicial races available. Live updates on election filings confirm candidates.