Published: February 17, 2026 at 9:32 PM

Charlotte Thompson elected as next mayor of Florida City

FLORIDA CITY, Fla. — Residents in Florida City elected a new mayor on Tuesday.

Community leader Charlotte Thompson came out on top after receiving 55% of ballots cast.

Her opponent, Sharon ‘Sheep’ Smith-Butler, received 45% of votes.

Thompson will replace longtime Florida City Mayor Otis Wallace, who is retiring.

Also on Tuesday’s ballot was an election for a city commissioner seat in Florida.

Winning with 56% of the vote was Trina Wilborn. She defeated James Brady, who received 43% of the vote.

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