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Unofficial Election Results
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on January 31st, 2012Click here for unofficial election results for the 2012 Presidential Preference Primary and the countywide EDATE referendum.
News Release: Tips for Election Day
Published by sdaniel@escambiavotes.com on January 29th, 2012Some tips to help you move through the voting process on Tuesday, January 31.
News Release: Polling Location Changes
Published by sdaniel@escambiavotes.com on January 28th, 2012Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford reminds voters that seven polling locations have changed for the January 31 Presidential Preference Primary and one of the precincts has changed its name.
Early Voting Has Concluded
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on January 28th, 2012Early voting has concluded for the 2012 Presidential Preference Primary election. You may vote at your polling place on Election Day, Tuesday, January 31. Click here to check your registration status, locate your polling place, and view your sample ballot.
News Release: Early Voting Ends Saturday
Published by sdaniel@escambiavotes.com on January 26th, 2012Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford today reminded voters that 5:00 p.m., Saturday, January 28, is the deadline for early voting for the January 31 Presidential Primary Election.
News Release: Absentee Ballot Request Deadline
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on January 23rd, 2012The deadline to request an absentee ballot to be mailed for the January 31 Presidential Preference Primary Election was 5 pm on Wednesday, January 25. Voters may pick up absentee ballots from the elections office after Wednesday.
News Release: Early Voting Begins January 21
Published by sdaniel@escambiavotes.com on January 18th, 2012Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford reminded voters today that beginning Saturday, January 21, four early voting sites will be available for the January 31 Presidential Preference Primary. Early voting will be available January 21-January 28.
News Release: Sample Ballots in the Mail
Published by dstevens@escambiavotes.com on January 17th, 2012Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford announced today that sample ballots for the January 31 Presidential Preference Primary are being mailed to Escambia County voters. The sample ballot includes a ballot image, the voter’s polling location, instructions on marking their ballot, and information on early voting, absentee voting, and voting on Election Day. A sample ballot is also available at EscambiaVotes.com. While only registered Republicans can vote in that party’s primary for President, all voters, regardless of party, can vote on the countywide EDATE referendum.
Extended Office Hours
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on December 29th, 2011The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office will be open extended hours – until 7:00 p.m. – on Tuesday, January 3 to accommodate citizens who wish to register to vote or change party affiliation for the upcoming Presidential Preference Primary election. January 3 is the last day to register or change parties before the January 31, 2012 election.
New Voter Cards
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on December 27th, 2011All voters in Escambia County will be mailed a new voter information card beginning this week. The updated card will reflect local district changes approved over the past few months by the County Commission, School Board and City of Pensacola.
Sample Ballots
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on December 23rd, 2011Sample ballots for the January 31st Presidential Preference Primary Election are now available online. Click Sample Ballot and enter your information to access your specific ballot style.
Voting Reminders
Published by dstevens@escambiavotes.com on December 3rd, 2011Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford reminds voters to update their voter information before the January deadline. January 3 is the last day to register to vote or to change your party affiliation before the January 31, 2012 Presidential Preference Primary.
News Release: Electronic Absentee Grant
Published by sdaniel@escambiavotes.com on November 15th, 2011Escambia County is among thirteen Florida counties sharing a $1.6 million grant to enhance the absentee voting process for military and overseas citizens.
2011 Candidate Workshop
Published by dstevens@escambiavotes.com on October 5th, 2011Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford will be hosting a candidate workshop. Being a candidate or affiliated to a campaign is not required to attend.
New Rules for Third-Party Voter Registration
Published by dstevens@escambiavotes.com on August 19th, 2011The Florida legislature recently changed the rules governing third-party voter registration organizations and voter registration drives.
Redistricting Information Available Online
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on August 12th, 2011Redistricting is underway at both the local and state level, as required after the release of the 2010 Census data. For more information, here are links to the redistricting websites for the City of Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida House, and Florida Senate.
Legislature Changes Florida's Election Laws
Published on June 2nd, 2011Governor Scott recently signed into law a host of election law changes passed by the Florida legislature. Among the changes are: new days and times for early voting, a new date for the primary election, new rules on third-party voter registration, and much more.
Here is a link to a memo describing the changes, issued by the Florida Department of State.
News Release: Local Election Officials Receive CERA Certification
Published on November 19th, 2010Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford and Deputy Supervisor of Elections Michael Hardin were designated as Certified Elections/Registration Administrators (CERA), the highest professional achievement.
News Release: Precinct Partners Recognized
Published on November 9th, 2010Seven area organizations participated in the Precinct Partners Program. Forty-two individuals representing seven(7) organizations participated in the program. These organizations earned more than $8,200 for their service.
News Release: Escambia Students Double Clicked Democracy
Published on November 3rd, 2010Students in Escambia County’s public middle and high schools on Tuesday cast a secure, online ballot in a simulated election through the Kids Voting “DoubleClick Democracy” initiative.
News Release: Election Day Tips
Published on October 30th, 2010Here are some tips help voters prepare for Election Day.
News Release: 2010 General Absentee Deadline
Published on October 25th, 2010Wednesday, October 27th is the deadline to request an absentee ballot be mailed for the November 2, 2010 General Election. A voter will still have the ability after Wednesday to pick up an absentee ballot in person from the Elections Office.
Voted absentee ballots must be received in the Elections Office (not at a polling location) no later than 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 2nd.
News Release: Early Voting for 2010 General Begins Monday
Published on October 14th, 2010Early voting for the November 2nd General Election begins Monday, October 18th. Voters who wish to participate in early voting may use any one of our four early voting locations.
News Release: 2010 General Sample Ballots
Published on October 11th, 2010Sample ballots for the November 2, 2010 General Election have been mailed to Escambia County Voters.
The sample ballot includes an image of both sides of the ballot, the voter’s polling location, instructions on marking their ballot, and information on early voting, absentee voting and voting at the polls on Election Day. A sample ballot is also available at EscambiaVotes.com.
Judicial and Constitutional Amendment Information
Published on October 1st, 2010One of the most frequently asked questions of us prior to a General Election is where to find information on judges who appear on the ballot and on constitutional amendments. There are several sources of information out there, and we’ve listed a few here.
DISCLAIMER – we cannot and do not endorse these particular organizations or what appears on their pages. We are merely responding to voters’ requests for additional sources of information on what is on the ballot. Should you have any questions on the content, please address them to the appropriate organization.
News Release: Reminder Monday is Registration Deadline
Published on September 30th, 2010Reminder: Monday, October 4, 2010 is the last day to register to vote for those who wish to cast a ballot in the November 2, 2010 General Election.
News Release: Registration Deadline for 2010 General
Published on September 23rd, 2010Monday, October 4, 2010 is the last day to register to vote for those who wish to cast a ballot in the November 2, 2010 General Election.
News Release: Are You Election Ready?
Published on September 16th, 2010Are You Election Ready?
With the election approaching, it is important that voters prepare to exercise one of their most fundamental rights as Americans. As such, here are a few important questions for voters:
Notice: Three Ways to Vote
Published by dstafford@escambiavotes.com on September 9th, 2010Three Ways to Vote
There are three ways to vote in Escambia County for the November 2, 2010 General Election – Early, Absentee and Election Day. To request an absentee ballot, simply complete the online form. Early voting begins on October 18th.
Notice: Registration Deadline
Published on September 8th, 2010October 4th is Voter Registration Deadline
Registration books for the November 2, 2010 General Election will close on October 4th. All new registrations must be received or postmarked no later than that date, pursuant to Florida law. To register or update your information, click here.
News Release: Early Voting Deadline
Published by admin on August 19th, 2010Saturday, August 21, 2010 is the last day of Early Voting for the August 24th Primary Election.
Friday and Saturday’s early voting hours are 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
News Release: Polling Location Reminder
Published on August 17th, 2010Several precincts will be voting in new polling locations for the August 24th primary and November 2nd general elections.
News Release: Absentee Deadline for Primary
Published on August 16th, 2010Voters who wish to be mailed an absentee ballot for the August 24th Primary Election must request their ballot no later than close of business Wednesday, August 18th.
News Release: Early Voting Continues Through Weekend
Published on August 13th, 2010Early voting in Escambia will continue through the weekend and into next week. Voters who wish to participate in early voting have four locations from which to choose.
Hours of operation this weekend are as follows:
- Saturday, August 14 – 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
- Sunday, August 15 – 11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.
News Release: Early Voting Begins Monday
Published on August 6th, 2010Early voting for the 2010 Primary Election begins on Monday, August 9, 2010 and will run through August 21st. Four locations will be available for early voting for the August 24th Primary Election.
News Release: 2010 Primary Sample Ballots
Published on August 4th, 2010Sample ballots for the August 24, 2010 Primary Election are being mailed this week to Escambia County voters.
The sample ballot includes an image of the ballot, the voter’s polling location, instructions on marking their ballot, and information on early voting, absentee voting, and voting at the polls on Election Day. A sample ballot is also available at EscambiaVotes.com.
Notice: Polling Location Changes for 2010 Elections
Published on August 1st, 2010For the upcoming 2010 Primary and General Elections, please note the following polling location changes:
Notice: Canvassing Board Schedule
Published on July 28th, 2010The Escambia County Canvassing Board and their attorney for the August 24, 2010 Primary Election will meet according to this schedule.
In accordance with the Sunshine Law of Florida, all Canvassing Board meetings are open to the public.
News Release: Reminder-Monday is Voter Registration Deadline
Published on July 23rd, 2010Monday, July 26, 2010, is the last day to register to vote or change party affiliation for those who wish to cast a ballot in the August 24, 2010 Primary Election.
News Release: Voter Registration Deadline for 2010 Primary
Published on July 19th, 2010Monday, July 26, 2010 is the deadline to register to vote or change party affiliation for those who wish to cast a ballot in the August 24, 2010 Primary Election.
You can check your registration status at EscambiaVotes.com , click the ‘Am I Registered?’ link on the left side of the page.
News Release: New Online Voter Services
Published on June 30th, 2010Beginning July 1, 2010, voters in Escambia County can verify their registration status and track their absentee ballot at EscambiaVotes.com.
Candidates: Qualifying for 2010 has Closed
Published on June 18th, 2010Qualifying for the 2010 Primary and General elections closed at noon today, Friday, June 18, 2010.
Candidates: Qualifying for 2010 Begins Monday
Published on June 11th, 2010Beginning at noon Monday, June 14, 2010, candidates begin qualifying for the 2010 Primary and General elections. Qualifying will run through noon Friday, June 18, 2010.
2010 FSASE Scholarship Recipient
Published on May 27th, 2010Florida State University student Matthew Rizzo was recently awarded the Florida State Association of Supervisors of Elections (FSASE) Joe Oldmixon Scholarship. Mr. Rizzo, an Escambia County resident, is a junior majoring in business management.
Each year the FSASE awards three (3) scholarships to eligible students throughout Florida. The scholarships are available to juniors or seniors attending an accredited Florida university or college majoring in political science, public or business administration or journalism/mass communications.
Petition Deadline Passed
Published on May 18th, 2010The deadline to submit petitions for local and state offices ended at noon Monday, May 17, 2010.
Federal & Judicial Qualifying Ended Today
Published on April 30th, 2010Qualifying for Federal and Judicial candidates ended today at noon.
Federal & Judicial Candidates Begin Qualifying
Published on April 26th, 2010Starting at noon today, Federal and Judicial candidates begin qualifying for the August 24, 2010 Primary.
Outreach: Spring Career Fair
Published on April 9th, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office participated in the Workforce Escarosa Spring Career Fair hosted by Pensacola Junior College.
Outreach: Sherwood Elementary School
Published on April 9th, 2010Supervisor of Elections, David Stafford, spoke to the 5th graders at Sherwood Elementary School on Thursday, April 8, 2010.
Video: How to Register to Vote
Published on April 9th, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections office produced a video describing how to register to vote and/or update your voter registration information. Requirements for voter registration, valid application forms and registration deadlines are discussed.
Candidates: First Quarter Reports
Published on March 31st, 2010Today marks the close of the first quarter campaign finance period (1/1/2010 to 3/31/2010) for state and local candidates.
Video: iVotronic Voting Demo
Published on March 24th, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections office produced a video demonstration of the iVotronic voting machine. Viewers will be instructed on two methods of voting using the iVotronic DRE voting machine.
Ukrainian Delegation Visits Election Office
Published on March 24th, 2010The Gulf Coast Citizen Diplomacy Council arranged for a group of visitors from the Ukraine to tour the Supervisor of Elections Office.
Election Info Mailing List
Published on March 11th, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections is offering a subscription based email service. In addition to the existing RSS Feed, FaceBook and Twitter notifications, citizens that wish to do so can subscribe to the ElectionInfo email list.
Subscription is quite easy and subscribers can unsubscribe at any time.
Instructions can be found at
http://escambiavotes.com/subscribe-to-election-info
Video: Paper Ballot Voting Demo
Published on March 10th, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections office produced a video demonstration of their optical scan voting machine. Viewers will be instructed on how to mark a paper optical scan ballot and what to do if they make an error marking their ballot.
International visitors tour Supervisor of Elections Office
Published on March 8th, 2010The Gulf Coast Citizen Diplomacy Council arranged for a group of visitors with the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program to tour the Supervisor of Elections Office. Participants in the program were here representing Lebanon, Sudan, Turkmenistan, Bulgaria and Serbia.
News Release: Candidate Workshop
Published on February 19th, 2010Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford and his staff will conduct a candidate workshop on Wednesday, February 24th.
Elections Office Closed Friday, February 12, 2010
Published on February 11th, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections office will be closed Friday, February 12, 2010. This closure is due to anticipated severe winter weather conditions.
New EscambiaVotes.com Launched
Published on February 1st, 2010Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford today announced the release of an updated and expanded version of EscambiaVotes.com.
Candidate Workshop
Published on February 1st, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office announces a candidate workshop. The workshop will be held Wednesday, February 24, 2010 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM and is open to candidates, treasurers, committees, and any other interested parties.
First EscambiaVotes Video Published
Published on January 31st, 2010The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections has published their first video on the EscambiaVotes Youtube channel.
This first video announces the launch of the New EscambiaVotes.com website and describes the site’s features.
2010 FSASE College Scholarships Available
Published on January 19th, 2010Escambia County Supervisor of Elections, David Stafford, will be accepting applications for one of three $1,200 college scholarships. The scholarships will be awarded this summer by the Florida State Association of Supervisors of Elections (FSASE).
Municipal Referendum Ballots Must be in by 7:00 PM Tuesday
Published by admin on November 23rd, 2009Escambia County Supervisor of Elections, David Stafford, once again reminds voters that ballots for the Pensacola Charter Referendum Election must be returned to the Elections Office no later than 7:00 pm on Tuesday, November 24th. City of Pensacola voters who have not received their ballot should come to the Elections Office to pick up a ballot.
Reminder: Deadline to Return Ballots Approaching
Published by admin on November 19th, 2009Escambia County Supervisor of Elections, David Stafford, reminds voters that ballots for the Pensacola Charter Referendum Election must be returned to the Elections Office no later than 7:00 pm on Tuesday, November 24th. In addition, the Supervisor of Elections Office will be open Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM.
Deadline to Return Ballots Approaching
Published by admin on November 12th, 2009Ballots for the Pensacola Charter Referendum Election must be returned to the Elections Office no later than 7:00 pm on Tuesday, November 24th.
Charter Referendum Ballots to be Mailed This Week
Published by admin on November 3rd, 2009Ballots for the November 24, 2009 Pensacola Charter Referendum Election will be delivered to the United States Post Office on Wednesday, November 4th.
Registration Deadline Approaching
Published by admin on October 14th, 2009October 26, 2009 is the registration deadline for the Pensacola City Charter Referendum. Florida law mandates that registration books close 29 days before an election. New registrations must be completed on or before Monday, October 26th in order for them to be effective for the November mail ballot referendum.
A sample ballot is available as well as some common questions and answers regarding the upcoming election.
2009 FSASE Scholarship Program
Published on January 16th, 2009The Florida Association of Supervisors of Elections (FSASE) will be awarding three (3) $1200 scholarships this summer. Students who wish to apply must submit a scholarship application to David Stafford’s office. Applications must be received by March 20, 2009.
Absentee Ballot Deadline for the November 25, 2008 Run-off
Published on November 18th, 2008Wednesday, November 19th, is the last day to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming City of Pensacola Runoff Election being held on November 25, 2008. You can request an absentee ballot by phone (850-595-3900), email (absentee@escambiavotes.com), or use our online form.
November 25, 2008, City of Pensacola Run-off Information
Published on November 10th, 2008Registered Voters in City Council, Districts 4 and 7 are eligible to cast a ballot in a run-off election to be held on November 25, 2008. A total of eight (8) precincts are involved in this election: 14*, 32, 35, 46, 47*, 48* and 56*. NOTE: Precincts with an asterisk (*) are partially in the City of Pensacola and partially in Escambia County. Only voters in the City of Pensacola, Districts 4 and 7 are eligible to vote in this election. Check your Voter Registration Information Card for your City Council District, or call our office (850) 595-3900.
Kids Vote Too on Election Day
Published on November 2nd, 2008Students in Escambia County public high schools will cast a secure, online ballot in a simulated election on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, through the Kids Vote, Too/Teens Vote Too initiative.
Early Voting Ends Saturday
Published on October 31st, 2008Saturday, November 1, 2008 is the last day of Early Voting for the November 4, 2008 General Election. Early Voting hours are 7:00 AM until 7:00 PM. Voters can choose any one of our four Early Voting locations:
- Supervisor of Elections Main Office, 213 Palafox Place, 2nd Floor
- Supervisor of Elections Annex, 292 Muscogee Road, Cantonment
- Lucia M. Tryon Branch Library, 5740 North 9th Avenue
- Southwest Branch Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway
Deadline to Request Absentee Ballots
Published on October 27th, 2008Wednesday, October 29, 2008 is the deadline to request an absentee ballot for November 4, 2008 General Election. You may use our online absentee ballot request form to request a ballot.
Early Voting Continues Through the Weekend
Published on October 24th, 2008Early Voting Begins Monday, October 20
Published on October 17th, 2008Monday, October 20th is the first day for Early Voting for the November 4, 2008 General Election. There will be four locations available.
Deadline to Register to Vote is Monday, October 6
Published on September 30th, 2008Monday, October 6, 2008 is the last day to register to vote in the November 4 General Election. Our office will be open from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM to help accommodate last minute registrations.
Three Ways to Vote
Published on September 14th, 2008- Early Voting will begin Monday, October 20, 2008. Four locations will be available for early voting. For details on times and locations, click here.
- Absentee ballots may be requested by contacting our office either by mail, email at: absentee@escambiavotes.com, online at www.escambiavotes.com/absentee-request/new by mail, or by phone (850-595-3900). Requests for absentee ballots must include the voter’s name, date of birth and address. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Wednesday October 29, 2008. Absentee ballots must be returned to our office no later that 7:00 PM on Election Day.
- Cast your ballot at your precinct on Election Day, November 4, 2008. Polls will be open from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Locate your precinct here.
Polling Location Changes
Published on July 28th, 2008Four (4) of Escambia County’s ninety (90) precinct will move to a new polling location for the August 26th primary and November 4th general elections. Each registered voter in the affected precincts is being mailed a letter of explanation with a map of the new location, along with a new Voter Information Card with the updated polling location.
New Voter Registration Drive Launched
Published on June 11th, 2008The Register @ the Register program is a partnership between the Escambia County Elections office and a variety of local merchants who have agreed to allow voter registration forms and voter guides to be made available to customers in their restaurants or stores.
Soil & Water Conservation Group 2 on November Ballot
Published on June 9th, 2008Escambia County Soil and Water Conservation District Group 2 member Greg Fink on Friday submitted his resignation, effective Novmeber 4, 2008, citing his intent to run for another unspecified position. Candidates may pre-file to run for the final two years of Mr. Fink’s four-year term.
School Board, District 3 Office to Appear on 2008 Ballot
Published on June 6th, 2008With the resignation, effective November 18, 2008, of Escambia County School Board District 3 member Claudia Brown-Curry, Escambia County voters will elect a candidate later this year to fill the unexpired portion of Mrs. Brown-Curry’s four-year term.
2008 Voter Guide
Published on May 21st, 2008Each election year, the Supervisor of Elections publishes a voter guide with information on how and where to register, election dates, our voting system, and lots more.
Elections Office Relocated
Published by admin on October 21st, 2005The Elections Office in downtown Pensacola has moved a short half-block north of its former location in the old County Courthouse. Click here for all the details.
Escambiavotes.com Launched
Published by admin on September 23rd, 2005This website was officially launched on September 23, 2005. Click here for a copy of the press release announcing EscambiaVotes.com.
Speech to New U.S. Citizens
Published on February 5th, 2005Earlier this year, I was privileged to participate in a naturalization ceremony at the federal courthouse. Click here for a copy of my remarks to a group of the newest citizens of the United States of America.