The 2028 Miami-Dade County Commission general election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect members of the Miami-Dade County Commission. This election will determine representation for various districts across the county, with commissioners overseeing local policies on transportation, housing, public safety, and budgeting.
About This Race
The 2028 Miami-Dade County Commission general election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect members of the Miami-Dade County Commission. This election will determine representation for various districts across the county, with commissioners overseeing local policies on transportation, housing, public safety, and budgeting.
Candidates
Important Dates
Election Date
November 7, 2028
Registration Deadline
October 10, 2028
Early Voting Starts
October 21, 2028
Early Voting Ends
November 3, 2028
How to Vote
To vote in the 2028 Miami-Dade County Commission general election, Florida residents must first be registered to vote. Registration can be completed online through the Florida Division of Elections website, by mail, or in person at a supervisor of elections office. Voters may cast ballots in person on Election Day, during the early voting period, or by requesting a vote-by-mail ballot, which must be requested by October 26, 2028, and returned by 7:00 PM on November 7, 2028. A valid photo and signature ID is required for in-person voting.
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Republican
Jose 'Joe' Martinez
Miami-Dade County Commissioner, District 5
Biography
Jose 'Joe' Martinez is a former Miami-Dade County school board member and small business owner running to bring fiscal responsibility and improved infrastructure to District 5. He emphasizes public safety, traffic relief, and support for local entrepreneurs as key pillars of his campaign.
Lena Rodriguez is a community organizer and former nonprofit director advocating for affordable housing, environmental resilience, and equitable development in District 5. She is running to increase transparency in county government and expand access to mental health and youth services.
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