Run for office in Polk County, FL.

Offices with upcoming filing dates and elections.

Polk County has 16 county-level races on the upcoming ballot, with the nearest filing deadline on April 24, 2026. There are also 13 school board and local district races open to Polk County residents.

School board & local district races

About these offices

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

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.

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 Water District Board is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operation of public water services.

Polk County races

Office Election date Filing deadline
Polk County Court Judge - Group 7 Nov 3, 2026 Apr 24, 2026
Polk County Court Judge - Group 6 Nov 3, 2026 Apr 24, 2026
Polk County Court Judge - Group 9 Nov 3, 2026 Apr 24, 2026
Polk County Commission - District 2 Nov 3, 2026 Jun 12, 2026
Polk County Court Judge - Group 10 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Polk County Court Judge - Group 1 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Polk County Court Judge - Group 4 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Polk County Court Judge - Group 8 Nov 7, 2028 Apr 28, 2028
Polk County Circuit Court Clerk/Comptroller Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Polk County Property Appraiser Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Polk County Sheriff Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Polk County Supervisor of Elections Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Polk County Tax Collector Nov 7, 2028 Jun 16, 2028
Polk County Court Judge - Group 2 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Polk County Court Judge - Group 3 Nov 5, 2030 Apr 26, 2030
Polk County Court Judge - Group 5 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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