Welcome to the official website for the City of Sarasota elections.

The City encourages you to participate in all elections. Voting is a fundamental right of our democracy. When you vote, you could be selecting Commissioners, voting on Referendums or Amendments to the City Charter. The Commission approves Ordinances and Resolutions; voter turnout determines what Referendums and Amendments pass. All of this with your participation will define how the City of Sarasota functions and how we live together.

Municipal government is involved in many aspects of our daily lives - from fixing roads, providing water and electricity, collecting garbage, supporting the arts, providing and maintaining sports venues and protecting our City's citizens. Make an informed choice and browse the City's website to learn about the issues facing the City of Sarasota and the City Commission's many areas of responsibilities.

Tueday, March 10, 2009 there will be City Commission at-large elections. The qualifying period for city candidates begins Jan. 16 and runs through Jan. 23. The deadline for submitting petitions for ballot referenda has passed.

To qualify as a candidate the following has to be completed:
· Provide a petition with 25 signatures of registered voters within their district or within the City
· Open a campaign account and appoint a treasurer
· Sign a loyalty oath
· Provide a financial disclosure statement
· Submit a $254 election assessment fee

Election Quicklinks

Special Referendum Election Page

Political Committee Campaign Treasurer's Reports

City of Sarasota Election District Maps and Polling Locations

Voter Registration and Voting Questions

2007 Municipal Elections Page

GE 2009 Candidates Page