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Thank you to the residents who participated in the election. Congratulations to the winning candidate, Mayor-elect Shlomo Danzinger.The Swearing-In Ceremony and Reception for the 2026-2028 Town Commission will take place Monday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m.
Pursuant to a court order, the Surfside Run-off Election on Tuesday, April 7, will proceed as regularly scheduled with polls open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. No election results will be posted on April 7. Vote by mail ballots will be accepted until April 28, at 7 p.m., by mail or at Elections Headquarters located at 2700 NW 87 Avenue. All election results will be posted after 7 p.m. on April 28.
04.07.26 Surfside Runoff Election Results Link - https://enr.electionsfl.org/DAD/3964/Summary/
Vote-by-Mail Request Deadline:Thursday, April 16, 2026, by 5 p.m.Requests may be submitted in person, by phone, or online.
Surfside Run-Off Election Voter Count
A runoff election will be held to determine the next mayor of the Town of Surfside following the Tuesday, March 17, municipal election. The runoff is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voting will take place in the Commission Chambers at Town Hall, 9293 Harding Ave.
LEGAL NOTICETOWN OF SURFSIDE RUNOFF ELECTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a runoff election to determine the next Mayor of the Town of Surfside shall be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, following the Municipal Election conducted on March 17, 2026. Pursuant to a Court Order entered on Monday, April 6, 2026 on an Amended Emergency Petition for Temporary Injunction challenging the April 7, 2026 runoff election date, the following was ordered: The Runoff Election scheduled for April 7, 2026 shall proceed as scheduled. Additionally, vote-by-mail shall be allowed through and including April 28, 2026. The Town of Surfside shall comply fully with the Court’s Order and remains committed to upholding the provisions of the Town Charter and applicable law. DATED this 6th day of April, 2026. TOWN OF SURFSIDE, FLORIDA
Voters in the Surfside Mayoral Runoff Election can request a one-time vote-by-mail ballot. You can pick it up and/or drop it off in person.Requesting a Vote-by-Mail Ballot in Person
Pick up your Vote-by-Mail ballot at:
Bring a photo ID with your name and signature and one of the following:
Vote-by-Mail ballots can be issued until 7 p.m. on Election Day. Vote-by-mail ballots requested in the last 10 days before the election are only issued for emergencies and this form must be completed.
Using a DesigneeYou can have someone pick up and/or return your vote-by-mail ballot for you. A designee can collect and return vote-by-mail ballots for up to two voters, or more for immediate family members. The designee must bring a photo ID and the completed forms below, signed by the voter. Designee vote-by-mail ballots requested within the last 10 days before the election are only issued for emergencies and this form must be completed.
Returning Your Vote-by-Mail BallotReturn your ballot in person to the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections Office: 2700 NW 87th Ave, Doral, FL 33172 by 7 p.m. on April 28, or you can mail it.
Thank you for voting and participating in the electoral process. For the most recent total, please visit the County's Results page through the link here: https://enr.electionsfl.org/DAD/3925/Summary/
Congratulations! Office of Town Commission 2026-2028The Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections has released the certified results of the March 17 General Municipal Election for the Office of the Town Commission.
The Town of Surfside congratulates the 2026-2028 Town Commission:
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Explanation: A “Yes” vote means that any future changes to Floor Area Ratio (FAR) regulations for detached single-family homes in the H30A and H30B zoning districts would require approval from at least four of the five Town Commissioners. In addition, changing or repealing this Charter provision in the future would require both a four-fifths vote of the Town Commission and approval by at least 60% of voters in a referendum. A “No” vote means changes to FAR regulations would continue to be decided by a majority vote of the Town Commission, which is the status quo.
Explanation: A “Yes” vote means the Town’s general municipal elections would move from March to November in even-numbered years beginning in 2028, with any runoff election held on the second Tuesday of the following month. This change would also extend, one time only, the terms of officials elected in 2026 so they end in November 2028. A “No” vote means municipal elections would continue to be held in March, with runoff elections and elected officials’ terms remaining unchanged.
Race: Office of the MayorWhen: Tuesday, March 3, 2026Time: 6:30 p.m.Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue
Race: Office of the Town CommissionWhen: Thursday, March 5, 2026Time: 6:00 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue
When: Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025Time: 6:00 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue
Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
March 9, 2026, is the last day to register to vote if a run-off election is required. Register: VoteMiamiDade.gov
To become a candidate, the following documents must be filed with the Town of Surfside Town Clerk PRIOR to opening a campaign account, receiving contributions, or making any expenditures:
DS-DE 9 Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository for Candidates: DS-DE 9 Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository for Candidates(PDF, 40KB)
DS-DE 84 Statement of Candidate: DS-DE 84 Statement of Candidate(PDF, 17KB)
AFTER filing the appropriate paperwork with the Town Clerk, candidates may then open a campaign account and begin to accept contributions and make expenditures.
Running for Office in the Town of Surfside
If you are seeking to run for office in the Town of Surfside, below, please find a listing of the documents you will need:
Qualifying Fee - In accordance with the Town Charter, a fee in the amount of $25.00, payable to the Town of Surfside, from the Candidate's Campaign Account must be submitted.
Candidates shall qualify with the Town Clerk between January 12, 2026, and no later than 12:00 noon on February 2, 2026.Please be advised that if you intend to seek election to the Mayor or Commissioners office, be sure to arrive at the office of the Town Clerk with the necessary completed qualifying papers and fees in a sufficient period of time before the 12:00 p.m. expiration of the qualifying period so that your qualifying papers may be timely filed with the Town Clerk prior to the end of the qualifying period.
Below are some more informational resources:
For a complete listing of all forms required to qualify for office, please visit the Florida Division of Elections.
Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections
Surfside Special Election Results - Nov. 4, 2025
TOWN OF SURFSIDE – SPECIAL ELECTIONTuesday, November 4, 2025 | 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Polling Place: Surfside Town Hall, 9293 Harding Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154
Deadline to register to vote: October 6, 2025Deadline to request a vote-by-mail ballot: October 23, 2025
REFERENDUM ON WHETHER TO CONTINUE WITH THE PROJECTShall the Town continue with the undergrounding of overhead utility lines for electric and communication services (the "Project") at an anticipated cost of Eighty Million ($80,000,000) Dollars?YES [ ] NO [ ]
Explanation: A “Yes” vote supports continuing the project to place utility and communication lines underground at an estimated cost of $80 million. A “No” vote indicates no support for continuing with the project.
NON-BINDING REFERENDUM CONCERNING THE CREATION OF A GATED COMMUNITY IN THE TOWNDo you favor the concept of a gated community?YES [ ] NO [ ]
Explanation: A “Yes” vote shows support for the concept of creating a gated community in Surfside’s residential district. A “No” vote indicates no support for the concept. (Note: This referendum is non-binding. It will not automatically create a gated community but will show the Town Commission how voters feel about the concept.)
AMENDMENT REQUIRING UNANIMOUS VOTE FOR USE OF TOWN FUNDS EXCEEDING $2,000,000Shall the Charter be amended to require a unanimous vote of the entire Town Commission to spend Town funds for any single project, purchase, or investment exceeding $2,000,000.00, which amount shall be adjusted for inflation from 2025 forward, except in the case of an "emergency" as defined in Sec. 2-262(a)(1) of the Town Code?YES [ ] NO [ ]
Explanation: A “Yes” vote means all five Commissioners must agree before the Town can spend more than $2 million on one project, except in case of an emergency. A “No” vote means such spending decisions would continue to be decided by a majority vote of the Town Commission, which is the status quo.
AMENDMENT REQUIRING 60% VOTER APPROVAL FOR USE OF TOWN FUNDS OVER SPECIFIED AMOUNTSShall the Charter be amended to require a public referendum be held in which at least 60% of the electors support the use of Town funds on any single project, purchase, or investment, of an amount equal to or more than 20% of the Town's prior fiscal year's budgeted ad valorem tax revenue?YES [ ] NO [ ]
Explanation: A “Yes” vote means that a referendum will be required, with at least 60% of voter approval, before the Town can spend this amount of funds. A “No” vote means the Town would continue making such spending decisions by a majority vote of the Town Commission, which is the status quo.
When: Tuesday, April 1, 2025Polls Open: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding AvenueThe Town of Surfside will be holding a Special Election on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Now is the time to ensure your voter information is up to date! If you are voting for the first time, you must register by March 3, 2025, with the Supervisor of Elections.Please note all vote-by-mail ballot requests expired after the 2024 General Election cycle. To receive a vote-by-mail ballot, you must complete a new request by 5 p.m. on March 20, 2025. To update your registration or request a vote-by-mail ballot, click on this link to visit this Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections page.Ballot Question:
The Charter does not limit the floor area ratio for detached, single-family structures in Town. It is proposed that the Charter be amended to limit the floor area ratio to 0.50 for new detached single-family homes in the H30A and H30B districts unless approved by unanimous vote of the Commission with all members present and a minimum 60% vote of the Town’s Electors.Shall the foregoing amendment be adopted?YES [ ]NO [ ]
Below is the results link for the April 1, 2025, Surfside Special Election:
🔗 Surfside Special Election Results – https://enr.electionsfl.org/DAD/3800/Summary/
This link will be available on the main page of the Miami-Dade County Elections website (miamidade.gov/elections) starting Election Day. Results will begin posting at 7:15 p.m. on Election Night.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024Polls Open: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue
The Charter doesn't limit residential uses on lots west of Collins Avenue and east of Harding Avenue. Except for lots zoned for municipal use and SD-B40, it's proposed that the Charter be amended to limit residential uses on said lots to detached, single-family, multi-family and townhomes only unless by unanimous vote of the Commission with all members present and a minimum 60% vote of the Electors.
Shall the foregoing amendment be adopted?
Yes [ ] 55.88%No [ ] 44.12%
The Charter doesn't limit residential uses on lots west of Harding Avenue. Except for lots zoned for municipal use and SDB-40, it's proposed that the Charter be amended to limit residential uses on said lots to detached, single-family only unless by unanimous vote of the Commission with all members present and a minimum 60% vote of the Electors.
Yes [ ] 57.26%No [ ] 42.74%
The Town Charter does not prohibit the subdivision of lots. It is proposed that the Charter be amended to prohibit the subdivision of lots, without the unanimous vote of the Town Commission with all members present and a minimum 60% vote of the Electors.
Yes [ ] 53.97%No [ ] 46.03%
The Charter doesn't mandate collection of monies or obligations due. It is proposed that the Charter be amended to ensure that, except for code enforcement liens, any monies or obligations owed to the Town exceeding $50,000.00 in 2024, indexed for inflation, shall not be extended, reduced, waived or forgiven by the Commission, except by its unanimous vote with all members present and a minimum 60% vote of the Electors.
Yes [ ] 60.20%No [ ] 39.80%
Shall the Charter be amended to prohibit any structure within Point Lake, North Canal and South Canal, except for marine structures used for private recreational or leisure purposes, that are permitted in the Town Code and are accessory and subordinate to an upland waterfront single-family home on lots abutting Point Lake, North Canal and South Canal?
Yes [ ] 63.72%No [ ] 36.28%
March 19 Election Results:Mayor Charles W. BurkettVice Mayor Tina PaulCommissioner Ruben A. CotoCommissioner Nelly VelasquezCommissioner Gerardo Vildostegui
Held Wednesday, March 20, 2024
When: Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Polls Open: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue🔢 Miami-Dade County Unofficial Voter Count 🗓️Click here for the Miami-Dade County Early Voting Schedule.(Early voting concluded on March 17, 2024)Candidate Statements from the Women League of Voters of Miami-Dade County.
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Race: Office of the Town CommissionWhen: Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024Time: 6:00 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue🎥 VIDEO: Commission Candidates' Forum **January Forum Held at 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024🎥Jan. 31 Video Recording (audio file corrupted)📄Vendor Statement on Jan. 31 Technical Issues
Race: Office of the MayorHeld Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024Time: 6:00 p.m.Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue🎥VIDEO: Mayoral Candidates Forum
Held Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023Time: 6:00 p.m.Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding AvenueClick here to view the flyer.
The qualifying period for the March 19, 2024 election began on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023 and concluded Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023 at noon. Click here for the election notice.
When: Tuesday, November 7, 2023Polls Open: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue
Shall the Charter be amended to remove limitations on indebtedness for debt issued by the Town for emergency and/or infrastructure projects not exceeding $10 million dollars, only when the debt is repayable from such infrastructure project revenues, without any increase in ad valorem or property taxes?EDUCATIONAL SUMMARY: Currently, our Town’s Charter states that if the Town wants to borrow money exceeding 15% of the average annual property tax revenue for the past five years, and if it is not repayable within seven years, the approval of three Commission members and a majority vote from the Town electors in a referendum is required. This restriction applies to any form of debt, whether it’s for emergencies or improving Town infrastructure. It is proposed that the Charter be amended to allow the Town to borrow up to $10 million for emergencies or infrastructure projects provided that the Town can only do so if it is able to pay back the borrowed money using the revenue generated from the infrastructure project itself, and without raising property taxes.
Shall the Charter be amended to create a public hearing procedure, initiated upon majority vote of the Commission or a minimum of 10% of qualified electors in the Town, for a determination as to whether a vacancy on the Commission exists due to a commissioner ceasing to possess and maintain required qualifications and/or permanent residency within the Town?EDUCATIONAL SUMMARY: Currently, the Charter does not have a public hearing process if a commissioner ceases to possess the residency and qualification requirements to hold office. This Charter amendment would create a public hearing process before the Town Commission for a determination whether a member of the Town Commission possesses the residency and qualifications requirements in the Charter, which may be initiated by either a majority vote of the Town Commission, or a petition signed by 10% or more of the registered voters in Surfside.
The Charter currently provides that the Mayor and Commissioners are elected to two-year terms, with the Commissioner receiving the most votes becoming Vice Mayor. Shall the Charter be amended to transition to four-year staggered terms for the Mayor and Commissioners commencing with the 2024 general election, and for the Vice Mayor to be the Commissioner receiving the highest number of votes between the last two general elections beginning with the 2026 general election?EDUCATIONAL SUMMARY: Currently, elections are held every two years to choose a Mayor and all four commission members. This means that five elected officials start their terms simultaneously every two years. The commissioner who receives the most votes becomes the Vice Mayor. The proposed change to the Town's Charter would allow for "four-year staggered terms" for the Town Commission starting with the 2024 election.
Here’s how it works:
The Charter currently provides that the Mayor is elected upon receiving the highest number of votes. Shall the Charter be amended to require that the Mayor be elected by a 50% plus 1 majority vote, and to provide for a run-off election between the two candidates receiving the most votes for Mayor if no candidate for such seat receives a majority of the vote?EDUCATIONAL SUMMARY: This Charter amendment would require that the Mayor be elected by 50% plus 1 majority vote, and require the Town to have a run-off election if the mayoral candidate receiving the most votes does not receive more than 50% of the vote and there are three or more candidates in the mayoral race.
The Charter currently provides that certain employees may file an appeal with the Personnel Appeals Board if they claim to have been discharged or reduced in pay or rank without cause, but excludes the Town Clerk. Shall the Charter be amended to allow the Town Clerk to file an appeal with the Personnel Appeal Board for a claimed discharge or reduction in pay or rank without cause and request a hearing?EDUCATIONAL SUMMARY: Currently, almost all employees of the Town of Surfside have the right to appeal to the Personnel Appeals Board if they claim to have been discharged or receive a demotion in rank or pay without cause. The current Charter exempts the Town Clerk, a non-Charter employee, who is not provided the right to appeal to the Personnel Appeals Board. This Charter amendment would give the same appeal rights to the Town Clerk as are given to the vast majority of Town employees.
When: Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Polls Open: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue View the 2022 Official Results and Certification.
When: Wednesday, March 16, 2022 Reception 7 p.m. Swearing-In 8 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue
View the results live on Election Day, Tuesday, March 15.
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Race: Office of the Mayor When: Tuesday, February 22 Time: 6:30 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue **Come meet your Candidates WATCH the Mayoral Forum
Race: Office of the Town Commission When: Tuesday, March 1 Time: 6:30 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue WATCH the Commission Candidate Forum
Virtual Clean Campaign Class - held December 1, 2021 - Hosted by the Miami-Dade County Elections Department and the Miami-Dade County Commission on Ethics and Public Trust
Town staff and representatives from FPL and Sunny Isles Beach, undergoing the utility undergrounding project, will be available to provide more information on the five ballot questions. Presentations will be the same on both days. Please note, Dr. Ted Kury was only available for the virtual day workshop.
WATCH: Wednesday, March 2 at 6 p.m. - Virtual Workshop via Zoom
WATCH: Thursday, March 3 at 6 p.m. - Town Commission Chambers
SURFSIDE TOWN ELECTION When: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 Polls Open: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue
MAYORAL CANDIDATE FORUM Race: Office of the Mayor When: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 Time: 6:30 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue **Come meet your Candidates Mayoral Candidates Forum Information Sheet
COMMISSION CANDIDATE FORUM Race: Office of the Town Commission When: Thursday, February 13, 2020 Time: 6:30 p.m. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue **Come meet your Candidates
League of Women Voters - Voter’s Guide for the Town of Surfside’s election
Shuttle service has been cancelled until further notice, in an abundance of caution due to the COVID-19 virus situation.
SURFSIDE TOWN ELECTION
When: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 Polls Open: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue
League of Women Voters of Miami–Dade County Voter’s Guide for the Town of Surfside’s election Surfside Shuttle Bus Operation Extension
Surfside shuttle bus operation extended to 8:00 pm on the day of the Election, Tuesday, March 20, 2018.
Shuttle Bus Schedule
2018 General Election and Charter Amendment (Special Election) Voters Guide
Watch the Mayoral Candidates Forum of March 1, 2018
When: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 Polls Open: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue 02/22/2016 - Candidates Forum: Office of the Mayor - Watch Video 02/24/2016 - Candidates Forum: Office of the Town Commission - Watch Video CANDIDATES FORUM Race: Office of the Mayor When: Monday, February 22, 2016 Time: 6:30 PM Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers - 9293 Harding Avenue **Come meet your Candidates MAYORAL CANDIDATES Daniel Dietch Victor May Eli Tourgeman CANDIDATES FORUM Race: Office of the Town Commission When: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 Time: 6:30 PM Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue **Come meet your Candidates TOWN COMMISSION CANDIDATES Jaymy Bengio Barry R. Cohen Daniel Gielchinsky Michael Karukin Tina Paul PLEASE VOTE ON TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2016
NOTICE - SURFSIDE TOWN ELECTION When: Tuesday, March 18, 2014 Polls Open: 7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers 9293 Harding Avenue
CANDIDATES FORUM When: Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Time: 7:00 P.M. Where: Town Hall Commission Chambers, 9293 Harding Avenue **Come meet your Candidates
TOWN COMMISSION CANDIDATES Meredith Beattie Barry Cohen Michael Karukin Marta Olchyk Eli Tourgeman (Mayor Daniel Dietch was elected unopposed)
PLEASE VOTE ON TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2014
2014-03-18 Election Results