Run for office in Lee County, FL.

Offices with upcoming filing dates and elections.

Lee County has 13 county-level races on the upcoming ballot, with the nearest filing deadline on April 24, 2026. There are also 41 school board and local district races open to Lee County residents.

School board & local district races

Office Election date Filing deadline
Tice Fire Control and Rescue Service District - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 Aug 25, 2026
Tice Fire Control and Rescue Service District - Seat 3 Nov 3, 2026 Aug 25, 2026
Tice Fire Control and Rescue Service District - Seat 5 Nov 3, 2026 Aug 25, 2026
Lee County School Board - District 4 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Lee County School Board - District 6 (At Large) Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Lee County School Board - District 7 (At Large) Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Bayshore Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Bayshore Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Bayshore Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 5 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Captiva Erosion Prevention District Board - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Captiva Erosion Prevention District Board - Seat 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Captiva Erosion Prevention District Board - Seat 5 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Iona/McGregor Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Iona/McGregor Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Iona/McGregor Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 5 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Lee County Mosquito Control District Board - District 2 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Lee County Mosquito Control District Board - District 4 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Lee County Mosquito Control District Board - District 6 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Lee Memorial Health System and Lee County Trauma Services District Board - District 2 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Lee Memorial Health System and Lee County Trauma Services District Board - District 4 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Sanibel Public Library District Board - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Sanibel Public Library District Board - Seat 2 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Sanibel Public Library District Board - Seat 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
South Trail Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
South Trail Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 3 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
South Trail Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 5 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Upper Captiva Fire Protection Rescue Service District Board - Seat 1 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Upper Captiva Fire Protection Rescue Service District Board - Seat 2 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority Board - Seat 1 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority Board - Seat 3 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority Board - Seat 5 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Iona/McGregor Fire Protection and Rescue Service District Board - Seat 4 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Lee County Mosquito Control District Board - District 1 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Lee County Mosquito Control District Board - District 3 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Lee County Mosquito Control District Board - District 5 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Lee County Mosquito Control District Board - District 7 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Lee Memorial Health System and Lee County Trauma Services District Board - District 5 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Sanibel Public Library District Board - Seat 4 Nov 3, 2026 TBD
Sanibel Public Library District Board - Seat 5 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Sanibel Public Library District Board - Seat 6 Nov 7, 2028 TBD
Sanibel Public Library District Board - Seat 7 Nov 3, 2026 TBD

About these offices

The Fire District Board is responsible for overseeing fire fighting and prevention operations within the district.

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

The Erosion Prevention District Board is responsible for proposing methods and plans to prevent erosion and protect local beaches.

The Mosquito Abatement or Pest Control District Board is responsible for overseeing pest control and mosquito abatement within the district. The Board utilizes surveillance, education, and control measures such ground and air spraying and traps.

The Healthcare or Hospital District Board is responsible for overseeing healthcare/hospital operations within the district. The Board's duties include monitoring performance, reviewing and approving financial plans and programs, and implementing ethical policies that ensure compliance with governmental and regulatory standards.

The Library District Board oversees library operations within the district. Responsibilities of the Board include setting policy and approving the annual budget.

The Bridge Authority Board Members are responsible for maintaining safe and efficient traffic flow at all times through the Toll Booths, along the causeway, and along the Intercoastal water way.

Lee County races

Office Election date Filing deadline
Lee County Court Judge - Group 5 Nov 3, 2026 Apr 24, 2026
Lee County Court Judge - Group 6 Nov 3, 2026 Apr 24, 2026
Lee County Commission - District 4 Nov 3, 2026 Jun 12, 2026
Lee County Court Clerk/Comptroller Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Lee County Property Appraiser Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Lee County Sheriff Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Lee County Supervisor of Elections Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Lee County Tax Collector Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Lee County Court Judge - Group 1 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Lee County Court Judge - Group 2 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Lee County Court Judge - Group 3 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Lee County Court Judge - Group 7 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Lee County Court Judge - Group 8 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 Clerk and Comptroller is a joint position responsible for maintaining and protecting the county's public records and tax dollars.

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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