The Fort Pierce City Commission held a special meeting on July 28, 2025, to discuss the upcoming special election necessitated by a recent resignation. According to the city charter, a special election is required when a vacancy occurs more than six months before the next general election. The commission is set to declare this special election at their next meeting on August 4.

Gertrude Walker, the Supervisor of Elections, outlined the timeline for the election process. The special primary election is scheduled for November 4, 2025, with a potential runoff on January 20, 2026, if no candidate receives a majority of votes. Candidates must qualify by petition by August 12, with the official qualifying period running from August 18 to August 22.

The commission discussed the logistics of the election, including polling places and early voting. While the city is not required to maintain regular polling locations or offer early voting, there was a consensus among commissioners to keep these options available to ensure voter accessibility and turnout. The estimated cost for the special election is approximately $60,000.

Commissioners expressed a desire to maintain consistency with past elections, emphasizing the importance of allowing residents to vote in familiar ways. The discussion highlighted the need for transparency and accessibility in the electoral process, ensuring that all eligible voters in District 2 can participate fully in the upcoming election.