Palm Bay Primary Election Results: Medina Secures Victory, Runoffs Loom for City Council
Mayor Returns, Council Seats Head to November Showdown 🗳️
Palm Bay, FL - The 2024 Municipal Primary Election has delivered a mix of decisive victories and nail-biting suspense! While Mayor Rob Medina celebrates his return to office, the races for City Council Seats 2 and 3 are headed for a November showdown in the general election. And let's not forget the special election for Seat 5, adding another layer of intrigue to the political landscape. Here's a closer look at the results and what lies ahead:
Medina's Mandate: A Clear Victory for the Incumbent 🥇
Mayor Rob Medina's focus on community development and infrastructure improvements clearly resonated with voters, securing him a resounding victory with over 55% of the vote. This decisive win avoids a runoff, allowing Medina to continue his work without interruption for an additional 4 year term.
Rob Medina: 9,590 votes (55.33%)
Edith M. Rivera: 2,032 votes (11.72%)
Tatiana Rosado: 4,051 votes (23.37%)
Santa Isabel Wright: 1,658 votes (9.57%)
It is important to note that while 17,331 voters cast ballots for the Mayor's race, the undervote for the City Council races was over 500 voters, meaning that number of people chose to vote for Mayor but did not cast a ballot in the council races.
Council Seat 2: A Clear Path to November
The race for City Council Seat 2 saw Donny J. Felix and Richard 'Mike' Hammer emerge as the top two contenders.
Donny J. Felix: 6,713 votes (39.97%)
Richard 'Mike' Hammer: 6,456 votes (38.44%)
Patric McNally: 3,625 votes (21.59%)
These two candidates will advance to the general election on November 5th. Voters will have the final say on who will bring their vision for accountability, infrastructure improvements, and public safety to the council.
Council Seat 3: A Runoff to Determine the Future 🤔
City Council Seat 3 saw a diverse group of candidates with varying priorities.
Chandler Langevin: 4,567 votes (26.93%)
Alfy Ramsay Agarie: 3,587 votes (21.15%)
Eileen Sepp: 3,061 votes (18.05%)
David Anthony Kearns: 2,670 votes (15.75%)
Michael J. Bruyette: 833 votes (4.91%)
Peter J. Filiberto: 2,239 votes (13.20%)
These two candidates will also face a runoff on November 5th, giving voters the opportunity to weigh in on key issues like public safety, environmental sustainability, and community development.
Seat 5 Special Election: A Race to the Finish 💨
With the resignation of Peter Filiberto earlier this year, the race for City Council Seat 5 is heating up. This special election, held concurrently with the general election, will determine who fills the seat for the remaining two years of the term. Every vote counts as candidates strive to secure their spot on the council.
What's Next? 📅
Mark your calendars for November 5th! The runoffs for City Council Seats 2 and 3, along with the special election for Seat 5, promise to be closely watched races. Stay informed and make your voice heard! Your vote shapes the future of Palm Bay.
Stay tuned to The Palm Bayer for in-depth coverage of the upcoming elections, including candidate profiles, key issue analysis, and election results. 📰 For more information on Palm Bay news & events, be sure to visit The Palm Bayer