COUNTY COMMISSION - DIST. 2 (Manatee County)
2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026
What this office does
Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.
Candidates
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Quick answers
- Who is running for COUNTY COMMISSION - DIST. 2 (Manatee County) in 2026?
- Amanda Ballard (Republican) and Charles B Smith Sr (Democrat).
- What does this office do?
- Your county's legislative and governing board. Sets the county budget and property-tax rate, makes zoning and growth decisions, and funds roads, parks, emergency services and other county services.
- Who should I vote for in the COUNTY COMMISSION - DIST. 2 (Manatee County) race?
- SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare each candidate's record, funding, outside spending and endorsements on this page, then decide based on the issues that matter most to you. Enter your address at spectrumvote.com to see this race next to everything else on your ballot.
- When is the election?
- The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.