Davie Mayoral Race Features Incumbent Judy Paul Against Newcomer Jacqueline Rocha
Davie's incumbent mayor, Judy Paul, who has held the position since 2009, faces a challenge from political newcomer Jacqueline Rocha in the upcoming November election. Paul highlights land preservation and tax cuts, while Rocha criticizes overdevelopment and advocates for resident…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, September 22, 2026 — In the upcoming November election, Davie’s mayoral race will feature incumbent Mayor Judy Paul, who has served in the position since 2009, against political newcomer Jacqueline Rocha. The election presents distinct platforms and priorities from both candidates as they vie for leadership of the town.
Mayor Judy Paul is highlighting her record and priorities, which include an emphasis on land preservation and efforts to implement tax cuts for residents. Paul’s campaign is expected to draw on her extensive experience as the town’s mayor for over a decade.
Challenging Paul is Jacqueline Rocha, who is making her first bid for elected office. Rocha has focused her campaign on critiquing what she describes as overdevelopment within the town. She is advocating for increased resident representation in decision-making processes and is also calling for the implementation of term limits for elected officials.
The election outcome will likely hinge on voters’ perspectives regarding the town’s development trajectory, fiscal policies, and the balance of experienced leadership versus a call for new approaches and representation.
The specific date of the November election was not provided in the summary. Further details regarding campaign events, policy proposals beyond those highlighted, and candidate backgrounds were not included in the available summary information.
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