The Lee County Democratic Party is building a stronger, more inclusive Southwest Florida through community action, voter empowerment, and local leadership. Join us to protect our environment, expand opportunity, and make Lee County a place where everyone can thrive. Learn how you can Get Involved.
It’s not a fun-fact that many voters who participate in every general election do not necessarily vote in the primaries. Yet, in EVERY race, when those voters turn out, we win! When more people vote, the local government better reflects our community. When fewer people vote, a small number of voices make decisions for everyone. That means if you don’t vote, you allow the decisions of others to carry more weight. When you DO vote, you even the scales.
In Lee County, local elected officials determine how our public schools are run, how neighborhoods grow, how tax dollars are spent, and how we invest in public safety, transportation, parks, clean water, and other essential services. Their decisions influence our property values, our economy, and the quality of life we leave to the next generation. Plan now to Vote for Your Future!
This is an Open Primary for School Board! ANY Registered Voter (Independent, NPA or a member of another political party) can vote for School Board candidates. Get to Know Your School Board Candidates: Debbie Jordan; Jennifer McDaigle; Carline Saintilus; and India Palencia.
Aug. 6 Vote-by-Mail Signup Deadline for Aug. 18 Primary
Aug. 8-17 Early voting period for the Primary, 10am-6pm daily
Aug. 18 Primary Election Day, 7am-7pm; be in line before 7am or 7pm to vote
Aug. 18 7pm Deadline for receipt of Vote-by-Mail Ballots
Aug. 19 Check your Vote-by-Mail Ballot status online at www.Lee.vote
Visit our Vote page for information, tips, and helpful links, and our 2026 Candidates page to see all of our candidates.
William Wrigley Jr., the chewing gum magnate, in1931 criticized “yes men” who often agreed, saying: “When two [people] always agree, one of them is unnecessary.” He warned that lockstep thinking signals inefficiency and lack of independent thinking. True progress on the Lee County School Board will come from differing viewpoints. Currently, 6 of the 7 board members are simply echoing each other’s views without adding value, yet taking a salary. Read on
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Latest Blog: Revitalize Lee County Schools: Vote for Change
Learn why the Lee County School Board election matters to every resident. Discover how schools affect our economy, property values, and community—and why voting August 18 is so important.
Read “The Cost of Democracy,” a message from Lee Dems Chair, Jim Rosinus.
Important Information on Voting by Mail: All Vote-by-Mail ballot requests expired on December 31, 2024. If you have not re-enrolled in 2025 or ’26 you must re-enroll now to vote-by-mail. Re-enroll with Lee County Elections at http://www.Lee.Vote or at 239-533-8683. Learn more
