New residency requirement for City elections, must have lived within city limits for at least 365 days

[RandySF]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — A new ordinance passed recently by the City Commission means candidates running for Mayor or Commissioner positions must have been registered as a city voter for at least 365 days prior to the qualifying date of June 8th, 2026.

- Jim Cooke, the City's Treasurer Clerk, said this is a requirement for many cities of a similar population size to Tallahassee, like Hollywood and Port St. Lucie.
- According to the Supervisor of Elections Office, three candidates have filed so far for the November 2026 General Election.
- Watch the video to find out about other changes you need to know for next year's election cycle.




https://www.wtxl.com/downtown-tallahassee/new-residency-requirement-for-city-elections-must-have-lived-within-city-limits-for-at-least-365-days