Brevard County Voters Head to Polls for Local and State Races Nov 3

Residents across Brevard County, Florida, are casting their ballots on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in a general election that will determine the outcome of numerous local and state-wide contests. Polls officially opened at 7:00 a.m. local time and remain open until 7:00 p.m., with results being updated continuously throughout the evening as votes are tallied by supervisors of elections.

Local Races Define Community Direction

A significant portion of this election focuses on Brevard County's immediate community leadership. Voters will decide the composition of the Brevard School Board, including specific districts such as District 2 and District 5. These positions are critical for local education policy and school funding decisions.

Additionally, municipal elections across several cities in the county are underway. Residents in Cocoa Beach are voting on Commission Seats 4 and 5, while those in Indian Harbour Beach will select a council member for Seat 1. The Town of Grant-Valkaria is electing its Mayor and Council members, and the City of Titusville has multiple open seats including Districts 1, 3, and 5.

Voters in other municipalities such as Melbourne, Rockledge, Satellite Beach, West Melbourne, Cape Canaveral, and Malabar are also selecting council representatives for various districts. These local elections often have a direct impact on zoning laws, public safety budgets, and community services that affect daily life in the I-4 corridor and surrounding areas.

Statewide Offices and Constitutional Amendments

Beyond local government, Brevard County voters are participating in major statewide races. The contest for Florida Governor features Donalds (R) against Jolly (D). Other high-profile positions include the Attorney General race between Uthmeier (R) and Rodriguez (D), as well as the Chief Financial Officer position with Ingoglia (R) versus Taddeo (D), more context in Florida Voters Must Request Mail.

The election also includes a contest for Florida Agriculture Commissioner, where Simpson (R) is running against Atkins (D). Furthermore, voters will decide on three constitutional amendments labeled Amendment 1, Amendment 2, and Amendment 3. Under Florida law, these amendments require a 60% majority to pass.

U.S. Congressional Representation

Brevard County residents are also determining their representation in the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. The state is divided into multiple districts for federal elections, with races listed from District 1 through District 34 for State House seats, and extensive contests across all congressional districts (Districts 1-28) for the U.S. House.

Election results are currently unofficial until they are formally certified by election officials. The display of winners is limited to the top three vote-getters in each race as data becomes available. This update provides a snapshot of voter preferences on November 3, 2026, reflecting both local priorities and broader state political trends.