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2-minute voter guide: Fort Lauderdale's key races and ballot measures

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Early voting is underway in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broward County" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/06/broward-county-ajayi-lawsuit-tax-collector-operating-costs" data-vars-content-id="5a2ffcba-b6a5-4eb8-b576-cb38a05c7354" data-vars-headline="2-minute voter guide: Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s key races and ballot measures" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/06/broward-county-ajayi-lawsuit-tax-collector-operating-costs" target="_self">Broward County</a> ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election. Why it matters: Fort Lauderdale voters will elect a new city commissioner, weigh in on local ballot measures and vote on the proposed constitutional amendment to significantly reduce property taxes.

New Asian-Mediterranean restaurant opens this week on Las Olas

Fort Lauderdale's dining scene is booming.

Food and Drink

The restaurant group behind Java &amp; Jam, Nubé Rooftop and Yolo opens its new Asian-Mediterranean restaurant on Las Olas on Thursday.Why it matters: Naia is part of a wave of new restaurants <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="that&#x27;s transforming Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s culinary scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/10/new-restaurants-opening-fort-lauderdale-2026" data-vars-content-id="99da8c85-4093-424e-84b6-89a0d0e4976d" data-vars-headline="New Asian-Mediterranean restaurant opens this week on Las Olas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/10/new-restaurants-opening-fort-lauderdale-2026" target="_self">that&#x27;s transforming Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s culinary scene</a> and giving Miami some competition.

Fort Lauderdale District 1 candidates split on property tax referendum

John Rodstrom and Heather Moraitis are vying to replace Commissioner John Herbst.

The candidates running for Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s Commission District 1 seat disagree on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Amendment 3" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/10/06/broward-renters-amendment-3-property-tax-increase" data-vars-content-id="39503a79-6ec1-4364-a7a8-a466b442af5d" data-vars-headline="Fort Lauderdale District 1 candidates split on property tax referendum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/10/06/broward-renters-amendment-3-property-tax-increase" target="_self">Amendment 3</a>, the ballot measure that would increase the homestead exemption and reduce property taxes statewide. Why it matters: If approved, the measure would bring relief to homeowners but could cost <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="local governments billions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/24/property-tax-cut-fort-lauderdale" data-vars-content-id="39503a79-6ec1-4364-a7a8-a466b442af5d" data-vars-headline="Fort Lauderdale District 1 candidates split on property tax referendum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/24/property-tax-cut-fort-lauderdale" target="_self">local governments billions</a>.

Here's who won Broward's biggest primary races

Democratic U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Jared Moskowitz cruised to victory.

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Broward County voters went to the polls Tuesday to elect new local leaders and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="select their party&#x27;s nominees" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/18/florida-weird-primary-election-2026" data-vars-content-id="1103be21-86e2-44a6-8e55-c5ed1fee3d12" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s who won Broward&#x27;s biggest primary races" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/18/florida-weird-primary-election-2026" target="_self">select their party&#x27;s nominees</a> for the November election. State of play: Broward Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott called Tuesday&#x27;s turnout &quot;disappointing.&quot;

What property tax cut could cost Fort Lauderdale

Annual special events are among the city services on the chopping block.

Fort Lauderdale would not be able to host its free Fourth of July fireworks or Memorial Day celebrations if voters approve <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the state&#x27;s tax reform proposal" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/06/02/florida-puts-property-tax-overhaul-on-ballot-as-local-officials-sound-alarm" data-vars-content-id="963caa80-2099-439a-9dd1-c9001b089a61" data-vars-headline="What property tax cut could cost Fort Lauderdale" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/06/02/florida-puts-property-tax-overhaul-on-ballot-as-local-officials-sound-alarm" target="_self">the state&#x27;s tax reform proposal</a>, Mayor Dean Trantalis warns.Why it matters: These annual special events are among the city services on the chopping block if the property tax amendment passes this November.

What to know about election season in Broward

Friday's qualifying deadline will determine who is on the ballot in November.

With just months to go until <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the November election" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/2026-midterm-elections" data-vars-content-id="a3f0c59c-2c77-4212-a64b-69406cad9716" data-vars-headline="What to know about election season in Broward" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/2026-midterm-elections" target="_self">the November election</a>, the field of candidates will be set this week for races ranging from the county commission to Congress. Why it matters: Friday&#x27;s qualifying deadline will determine who will appear on the ballot for congressional, statewide, state Senate, state House, county commission and school board races.

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2-minute voter guide: Fort Lauderdale's key races and ballot measures

Fort Lauderdale District 1 candidates split on property tax referendum

Here's who won Broward's biggest primary races

What property tax cut could cost Fort Lauderdale

What to know about election season in Broward