2021 City Commission Elections
The City of Gainesville will hold elections in March 2021 for the At-Large seat and City Commission District 1 seat. This is a non-partisan election.
Election Day
Election Day for the City of Gainesville election is Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Polling places are open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Election Day. If needed, the runoff date is Tuesday, April 27, 2021.
What's On The Ballot
- Gainesville City Commission, At-Large
- Gainesville City Commission, District 1
The at-large races may be voted on by all registered voters living within Gainesville city limits. District races may be voted on by all registered voters living within that specific district.
Vote-By-Mail
Vote-by-mail by requesting a vote-by-mail ballot.
Early Voting
Dates and times
Friday, March 5, 2021 - Saturday, March 13, 2021
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Precinct Voting
Voting at your polling place on Election Day is easy. Remember to bring picture and signature identification. For more information on the types of identification accepted at the polls, view Accepted Types of Identification. You can find which precinct you are assigned to vote at by looking at your Voter Information Card. For more information, view Alachua County Precincts & Polling Places.
Sample Ballots
Sample ballots will be available closer to the election. Please check back.
Canvassing Board
For more information regarding the City of Gainesville Canvassing Board, please reference: Board of canvassers; composition; powers and duties.
Financial Reports
For submitted financial reports, please view Financial Report Information.
For more information regarding elections, please contact the Gainesville City Clerk at 352-334-5015 or clerks@cityofgainesville.org.