Candidate Qualifying Information for 2026 Elections
The Candidate Qualifying Handbook for the 2026 Village Elections is available on the Village of Key Biscayne website (click here) and provides important guidance for those interested in running for office.
Notice is hereby given that any citizen who is a qualified elector and has been a resident of the Village of Key Biscayne for at least one year prior to the date of filing is eligible to run for office.
The qualifying period for the Office of Mayor opens at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, and closes at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, June 12, 2026.
The qualifying period for the Office of Councilmember opens at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Monday, August 10, 2026, and closes at 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
All candidates must complete and submit their qualifying paperwork to the Village Clerk prior to the close of the applicable qualifying period. Thank you to those who are interested in serving and contributing to the future of the Key Biscayne community.