The Miami City Commission will vote on Commissioner Damian Pardo's proposal to move the November election to 2026, aligning it with higher turnout national elections. If approved, this change would allow current officials, including Mayor Francis Suarez and Commissioner Joe Carollo, who are termed out, to serve an additional year in office. City Attorney George Wysong stated that this decision could be made by ordinance, based on a Florida statute. The proposal raises ethical concerns regarding extending terms for officials who are supposed to be leaving office.
Commissioner Damian Pardo's proposal aims to align Miami's elections with national cycles to boost voter turnout, but it grants current officials an extra year in office.
The plan, if approved, would extend the terms of Mayor Francis Suarez and others, including those who are termed out, which raises ethical questions.
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