The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Members of the city commission including the mayor shall have been residents of the City of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, for a period of at least one (1) year immediately prior to qualifying for office, and, in addition thereto, shall have the qualifications of electors under the laws of the State of Florida.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: 25
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the county supervisor of election's office.