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LTC 351-2025 November 4, 2025 General Election and December 9, 2025 Run-Off Election Information to be Published in MB MagazineMIAMI BEACH OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK LTC No.: 351-2025 LETTER TO COMMISSION TO: FROM: DATE: Mayor Steven Meiner and Members of the City Commission Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk � August 26, 2025 SUBJECT: November 4, 2025 General Election and December 9, 2025 Run-Off Election Information to be Published in MB Magazine The Fall edition of MB Magazine will include a bilingual article (English and Spanish) containing official information regarding the November 4, 2025 General Election and the December 9, 2025 Run-Off Election, if required. The article, titled "Your Voice, Your Vote: Help Shape the Future of Miami Beach," outlines: •General Election and Run-Off details •Key dates and deadlines •Voting methods available to residents •Accessibility resources for voters with special needs •Updates to the election calendar and installation schedule •Guidance for voting during Art Basel weekend MB Magazine is distributed to all Miami Beach households, ensuring citywide access to election-related information. Once the article has been finalized and typeset for publication, a separate L TC will be issued that includes the final version as it will appear in the magazine. For questions or if you need further clarification, contact the Office of the City Clerk. F:\CLER\CLER\000_ELECTION\00000 2025 GENERAL ELECTION\L TCILTC General Election Information To Be Published In MB Magazine.Docx We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work, and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community Your Voice,Your Vote:Help Shape the Future of Miami Beach Mark Your Calendar:General Election on November 4,2025 Run-Off (If Required)on December 9,2025 2025 MIAMI BEACH ELECTIONS:WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW On Tuesday,November 4,2025,from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m.,Miami Beach residents will elect a Mayor and Commissioners in Groups I,II,and Ill.If no candidate receives a majority vote in any group, a Run-Off Election will be held on Tuesday,December 9,2025,during the same hours. This election is a key opportunity for residents to shape the future of our City.Whether voting by mail,during Early Voting,or in person on Election Day,this guide outlines essential dates, deadlines,voting options,accessibility services,and recent updates to the election process.Every vote matters;let's make sure yours is counted. KEY DATES AND HOW TO VOTE General Election •Monday,October 6,2025:Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive a Voter Registration Application. •Monday,October 20,2025,through Sunday,November 2,2025.Early voting will be held at the following two sites located in the City of Miami Beach: o Miami Beach City Hall 1700 Convention Center Drive,1st Floor Conference Room,Miami Beach. o North Shore Branch Library 7501 Collins Avenue,Miami Beach. Early Voting hours will be as follows: •October 20-24 (Monday to Friday):7 a.m.to 3 p.m. •October 25-26 (Saturday and Sunday):8 a.m.to 4 p.m. •October 27--31 (Monday to Friday):11 a.m.to 7 p.m. •November 1--2 (Saturday and Sunday):8 a.m.to 4 p.m. A secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box will be available and staffed at each Early Voting location during all early voting hours. •Thursday,October 23,2025,at 5 p.m.:Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive (not just postmarked)a request for a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the General Election. •Tuesday,November 4,2025,at 7 p.m.:Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive (not just postmarked)a completed Vote-by-Mail ballot if returned through the U.S.Postal Service.If a voter waits until Election Day to submit their Vote-by-Mail ballot, they can drop it off at the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections (Main Office),2700 NW 87 Avenue,Miami,FL 33172 by 7 p.m.,or they can choose to vote in person at their precinct once election officials confirm that the voter's ballot has not been received. •Tuesday,November 4,2025,from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m.,Election Day:Vote at the designated precinct listed on your Voter Information Card issued by the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections. Run-Off Election (If Required) •Monday,November 10,2025:Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive a Voter Registration Application. •Friday,December 5,2025,through Sunday,December 7,2025:Early voting will be held at four locations in the City of Miami Beach,with hours from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m.each day. Early Voting will be available at these four locations: o South Shore Community Center 833 6 Street,Miami Beach o Miami Beach City Hall 1700 Convention Center Drive,First Floor Conference Room,Miami Beach o Muss Park 4300 Chase Avenue,Miami Beach o North Shore Branch Library 7501 Collins Avenue,Miami Beach A secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box will be available and staffed at each Early Voting location during all early voting hours. •Thursday,November 27,2025,at 5 p.m.:Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive (not just postmarked)a request for a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the Run-Off Election.Because the deadline falls on Thanksgiving Day,we recommend submitting your request well in advance to avoid holiday delays. •Tuesday,December 9,2025,at 7 p.m.:Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive (not just postmarked)a completed Vote-by-Mail ballot if returned by the U.S.Postal Service.If a voter waits until Election Day to submit their Vote-by-Mail ballot,they can drop it off at the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections (Main Office),2700 NW 87 Avenue, Miami,FL,by 7 p.m.,or they can choose to vote in person at their precinct once election officials confirm that the voter's ballot has not been received. •Tuesday,December 9,2025,from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m.,Run-Off Election Day:Vote at the designated precinct printed on your Voter Information Card issued by the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections. ART BASEL AND EARLY VOTING:PLAN AHEAD Early Voting for the Run-Off Election (if required)will take place from Friday,December 5 through Sunday,December 7,2025,the same weekend as Art Basel Miami Beach,one of the city's largest and most internationally attended events.With increased activity citywide,voters are encouraged to plan ahead and choose the voting method that works best for them. What's New for 2025 Run-Off Early Voting? •Four early voting sites across Miami Beach,strategically situated in South Beach,Mid Beach,and North Beach to ensure easy access for all residents.Here are the locations you can visit: South Shore Community Center -833 6 Street (South Beach) Miami Beach City Hall -1700 Convention Center Drive,First Floor Conference Room (South Beach) Muss Park -4300 Chase Avenue (Mid Beach) North Shore Branch Library -7501 Collins Avenue (North Beach) Miami Beach City Hall is located across the street from the Miami Beach Convention Center, the epicenter of Art Basel.Expect heavy traffic around the Convention Center.Consider Early Voting at Muss Park,North Shore Library,or South Shore Community Center for a smoother experience. •Extended Hours -During the Run-Off Election,all Early Voting locations will be open from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m.daily. Miami Beach City Hall is located across the street from the Miami Beach Convention Center,the epicenter of Art Basel.Expect heavy traffic around the Convention Center.Consider Early Voting at Muss Park,North Shore Library,or South Shore Community Center for a smoother experience. Voting Options During Art Basel Week •Vote-by-Mail:Avoid crowds by requesting a Vote-by-Mail ballot by Thursday,November 27, at 5 p.m.,and returning it by 7 p.m.on Tuesday,December 9. •Vote on Election Day:Prefer to vote in person?You may do so at your assigned precinct on Tuesday,December 9,2025,from 7 a.m.to 7p.m. •Vote Early:Take advantage of the expanded Early Voting window and locations.Be sure to allow extra time for travel. NEW RUN-OFF ELECTION DATE AND INSTALLATION SCHEDULE In November 2024,Miami Beach voters approved a Charter Amendment that changed the timing of the city's Run-Off Election and the installation of Commission members. What's New Starting in 2025? •Run-Off Election Date -The city's Run-Off Election (if required)will now be held on the second Tuesday in December following the General Election,no longer two weeks after. This year,the Run-Off will take place on Tuesday,December 9,2025. •Commission Installation Date -Newly elected Commission members will now be sworn in on the Monday immediately following the Run-Off Election.For 2025,that means Monday, December 15,2025. These changes give voters more time to submit their Vote-by-Mail ballots and allow election officials more time to ensure accuracy. CHOOSE THE WAY TO VOTE THAT WORKS FOR YOU Some voters prefer going through the ballot on their own time in the comfort of their own homes and voting by mail.Others prefer heading out to an Early Voting location on a day that is convenient for them and casting their ballot before Election Day.Then there are voters who enjoy the tradition of going to their precinct on Election Day to vote. VOTE-BY-MAIL Any registered Miami-Dade County voter can request to vote by mail by going online at www.iamelectionready.org and selecting "Vote-by-Mail"or by calling 305.499.VOTE (8683)or 305.499.8480 (TTY). •The deadline to request a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the Tuesday,November 4,2025,General Election is 5 p.m.on Thursday,October 23,2025.The deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive your Vote-by-Mail ballot is 7 p.m.on Election Day- Tuesday,November 4,2025. •The deadline to request a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the Tuesday,December 9,2025,Run-Off Election (if required)is 5 p.m.on Thursday,November 27,2025.Because the deadline falls on Thanksgiving Day,we recommend submitting your request well in advance to avoid holiday delays.The deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive your Vote- by-Mail ballot is 7 p.m.on Election Day -Tuesday,December 9,2025. Under Florida law,a request for a Vote-by-Mail ballot expires after each General Election (every 2 years).To vote by mail in 2025,you may have to submit a new Vote-by-Mail request.Visit www.iamelectionready.org and select "Vote-by-Mail"or call 305.499.VOTE (8683)or 305.499.8480 (TTY)for more information. Returning Your Vote-by-Mail Ballot By Mail-A Vote-by-Mail ballot can be sent through the U.S.Postal Service.Postage is prepaid, so no additional postage is required.The Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections must receive the ballot by 7 p.m.on Election Day. At a Secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box Located at an Early Voting Site -You do not even have to go inside!Vote-by-Mail ballots can be dropped in a secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box outside any of the Miami Beach Early Voting locations.Just look for the "Official Ballot Drop Box!"banner. Drop Boxes are drive-up and secure.Please bring your ID.A secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box will be available and staffed at each Early Voting location during opening hours.For a list of Early Voting dates and times,please see below,visit www.votemiamibeach.com,or call the Office of the City Clerk at 305.673.7411 or 711(TTY). At the Office of the Supervisor of Elections -You can also return your Vote-by-Mail ballot to the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Main Office,2700 NW 87 Avenue,Miami,FL 33172.The ballot must be received by 7 p.m.on Election Day. On Election Day -If a voter waits until Election Day to submit their Vote-by-Mail ballot,they can drop it off at the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections (Main Office),2700 NW 87 Avenue,Miami, FL 33172.The Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections must receive the ballot by 7 p.m.on Election Day.If the voter prefers,they can choose to vote in person at their assigned precinct once election officials confirm that their mailed ballot has not been received. By Voter's Designee -A voter can authorize another person,known as a designee,to return their Vote-by-Mail ballot.Designees should visit www.iamelectionready.org and select "Vote-by- Mail"or call 305.499.VOTE (8683)or 305.499.8480 (TTY)for additional instructions before returning ballots on behalf of others. After you submit your Vote-by-Mail ballot,you can track its status to see when it is accepted.To do so,visit www.iamelectionready.org and select "Vote-by-Mail." VOTE EARLY Voting early lets you cast your ballot before Election Day.If you are a registered Miami Beach voter,you can vote at any of the designated Early Voting sites in Miami Beach.For the General Election,there will be two Early Voting locations.For the Run-Off Election (if required),four Early Voting sites will be available. Early Voting for the General Election is from Monday,October 20,2025,through Sunday, November 2,2025.Early Voting hours will be as follows: •October 20--24 (Monday to Friday):7 a.m.to 3 p.m. •October 25-26 (Saturday and Sunday):8 a.m.to 4 p.m. •October 27--31 (Monday to Friday):11 a.m.to 7 p.m. •November 1-2 (Saturday and Sunday):8 a.m.to 4 p.m. Early Voting locations for the General Election: •Miami Beach City Hall,1700 Convention Center Drive,First Floor Conference Room •North Shore Branch Library,7501 Collins Avenue Early Voting for the Run-Off Election (if required)will be from Friday,December 5,2025,through Sunday,December 7,2025,from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m.each day. Early Voting locations for the Run-Off Election: •South Shore Community Center,833 6 Street •Miami Beach City Hall,1700 Convention Center Drive,First Floor Conference Room •Muss Park,4300 Chase Avenue •North Shore Branch Library,7501 Collins Avenue A secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box will be available and staffed at each Early Voting location during all early voting hours. VOTE ON ELECTION DAY Prefer to vote in person?Many voters enjoy the tradition and community spirit of casting their ballot on Election Day.If that is you,here is what you need to know: Where to Vote -You must vote at your assigned precinct,which is based on your home address.Polls will be open from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m.on: •General Election Day:Tuesday,November 4,2025 •Run-Off Election Day (if required):Tuesday,December 9,2025 Not sure where to vote?Check your Voter Information Card,visit www.iamelectionready.org,and select "Vote on Election Day,"or call 311 to find your polling location. What to Bring -Florida law requires voters to show a current and valid photo ID that includes both a signature and a photograph.Common options include a Florida driver license,state ID,or U.S.passport.For a list of accepted IDs,visit www.iamelectionready.org and select "Vote on Election Day." VOTERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Miami Beach is dedicated to making sure every voter,regardless of ability,age,or language,can participate fully,independently,and confidently in the democratic process.All polling locations are ADA-compliant and equipped with ExpressVote ballot-marking devices.Voters can bring assistance or ask for help from poll workers.Accessible Vote-by-Mail ballots are also available upon request at www.iamelectionready.org by selecting "Voters with Special Needs"and then choosing "Accessible Vote-By-Mail Ballot,"or by calling 305.499.VOTE (8683). If you have questions or need accommodation,contact the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections at 305.499.VOTE (8683)or 305.499.8480 (TTY). REVIEW YOUR SAMPLE BALLOT No matter how you plan to vote,whether by Vote-by-Mail,during Early Voting,or in person on Election Day,reviewing your customized sample ballot ahead of time is a smart move.Doing so in advance helps you make informed decisions and saves time at the polls.To view your customized sample ballot,visit www.iamelectionready.org and select "View your voter information." GET INFORMED.GET INVOLVED.VOTE. Stay informed about the candidates,their platforms,and the issues that matter most to you.Attend candidate forums,review campaign materials,and talk with neighbors and friends to make well- informed decisions.This is your chance to influence the future of Miami Beach.Every vote counts. Mark your calendar for the General Election on Tuesday,November 4,2025,and the Run-Off Election (if required)on Tuesday,December 9,2025.Be part of the democratic process that shapes our city's leadership and future. TOP 5 THINGS TO REMEMBER Ill Deadline to register to vote:October 6,2025 (General Election)or November 10,2025 (Run-Off Election,if required). ~Deadline to request a Vote-by-Mail Ballot:October 23,2025 (General Election)or November 27,2025 (Run-Off Election,if required).November 27,2025 falls on Thanksgiving Day;request your Vote-by-Mail early to avoid holiday delays! Ill Vote Early:October 20 -November 2,2025 (General Election)or December 5-7,2025 (Run-Off Election,if required).Run-Off Early Voting coincides with Art Basel;expect heavy traffic, allow extra travel time,and consider voting earlier in the day to help avoid delays. Ill Election Day Voting:November 4,2025 (General Election)and December 9,2025 (Run-Off Election,if required),from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m. ~More Information:Visit www.votemiamibeach.com or call the Office of the City Clerk at 305.673.7 411.