To be able to vote in the upcoming city elections, you must be registered to vote by Oct 6. Find your sample ballot, early voting and polling place information.
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Know Before You Vote: Three Charter Amendments and What They Mean
Questions on the Nov. 6 ballot include redrawing City Commission districts and changing term limits for elected officials.
What Can Lakeland’s City Government Do?
A conversation with Mayor Mutz as he reflects on his terms in office.
Mayor
Four candidates are running to succeed Mayor Mutz, who is not seeking reelection
District C Southwest
Dennis Odisho and Ashley Troutman vie for the seat currently held by mayoral candidate, Sara Roberts McCarley.
Why Are Lakeland’s City Elections Nonpartisan?
When it comes to city-level elections, there can often be some confusion about the lack of party affiliation for candidates. We dug into the history.
District D Southeast
Political newcomer Kim-Marie Noble is challenging incumbent Mike Musick.

