Run for office in Brevard County, FL.

Offices with upcoming filing dates and elections.

Brevard County has 17 county-level races on the upcoming ballot, with the nearest filing deadline on April 24, 2026. There are also 28 school board and local district races open to Brevard County residents.

School board & local district races

Office Election date Filing deadline
Brevard County School Board - District 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Barefoot Bay Recreation District Board Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Brevard County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Group 2 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Brevard County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Group 4 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Canaveral Port Authority District Commission - District 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Canaveral Port Authority District Commission - District 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Canaveral Port Authority District Commission - District 5 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Holiday Park Park and Recreation District Board - Seat 4 Mar 9, 2027 TBD
Holiday Park Park and Recreation District Board - Seat 6 Mar 9, 2027 TBD
Holiday Park Park and Recreation District Board - Seat 8 Mar 9, 2027 TBD
North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board - Group 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board - Group 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board - Group 4 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board - Group 5 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board - Group 7 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Canaveral Port Authority District Commission - District 2 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Canaveral Port Authority District Commission - District 4 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Brevard County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Group 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Brevard County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Group 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board - Group 2 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
North Merritt Island Dependent Special District Board - Group 6 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Viera Stewardship District Board - Seat 2 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Viera Stewardship District Board - Seat 4 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Holiday Park Park and Recreation District Board - Seat 2 Mar 9, 2027 TBD
Viera Stewardship District Board - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Viera Stewardship District Board - Seat 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Viera Stewardship District Board - Seat 5 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Port Malabar Holiday Park District Board - Group 8 Nov 3, 2026 TBD

About these offices

Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.

The Parks and Recreation District board member is responsible for overseeing park and recreation operations within the district.

Member of a board responsible for overseeing local conservation within the county. This office provides technical assistance and tools to manage and protect land and water resources.

Harbor District or Port District Board members are responsible for overseeing harbor/port operations within the district. They govern the port and harbor district which regulates navigation; constructs, and leases port facilities and terminals.

The Special Dependent District Board oversees a district in which a single city or a single county has the authority to either designate its own commission members as the board of the special district. The board is generally tasked with continued improvement, administration and maintenance of the district.

The Soil and Water District Board, or Water Improvement District Board, is responsible for overseeing soil and watersheds within the district, and making plans and proposals to maintain and improve their quality.

The Stewardship District Board is a local unit of special-purpose government. Among the purposes for which the District was established are financing the acquisition and construction of, and the maintenance and operation of the infrastructure, and other public facilities necessary for development of the lands within the District, including water management and control, water supply, wastewater management, reclamation and reuse, roadway improvements, landscaping, street lights, parks and other basic infrastructure projects.

Brevard County races

Office Election date Filing deadline
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 3 Nov 3, 2026 Apr 24, 2026
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 8 Nov 3, 2026 Apr 24, 2026
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 7 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 1 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 2 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 4 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 9 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Brevard County Commission - District 1 Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Brevard County Circuit Court Clerk Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Brevard County Property Appraiser Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Brevard County Sheriff Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Brevard County Supervisor of Elections Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Brevard County Tax Collector Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 5 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 6 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 10 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Brevard County Court Judge - Group 11 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030

About these offices

County Court Judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level in certain specific areas, such as small-claims court or drug court.

The County Legislature or Executive Board is the governing body of the county and exercises broad policy-making authority. The Board is charged with implementing policy and overseeing the county budget process and allocation.

The County Court Clerk is responsible for maintaining court records, authenticating court orders and judgements, and administering oaths to witnesses and jurors.

The County Assessor or County Appraiser is responsible for determining the value of property within the county.

The County Sheriff is the chief law enforcement official of the county and is responsible for ensuring that all local, state, and federal laws are followed.

The County Director of Elections is responsible for organizing and managing county elections.

The County Tax Collector is responsible for collecting, investing, and disbursing taxes. Additionally, they account for the tax money or taxable property and provide budget projection services for relevant agencies.

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