Duval County tax collector is a countywide position and, despite party listed, the office is nonpartisan and will appear on all ballots. How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot? This is not a political job, it's a complex administrative job. While the Tax Collector's Office is currently well run the challenge is to improve speed and customer satisfaction. He did a good job as the Tax Collector, motivating a professional staff to serve the taxpayers using his experience to run a fair and efficient office.

Florida's 8th Senate District includes Alachua and Putnam counties, and part of Marion County. Protecting and improving our public schools- Our public schools have been under attack by Keith Perry and the Republican led legislature. The disregard that the Legislature has had to Florida's commitment to quality education has left our schools underfunded, under-performing, and at risk of closure. The Legislature's refusal to expand Medicaid has left hundreds of thousands of Floridians without the quality care that they deserve. If elected I would be the ONLY medical doctor in the Florida State Senate.

CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE (Of nine judges on the circuit bench in St. Johns, Putnam, Flagler and Volusia counties, only one race is contested and will appear on the primary ballot.) My legal experience includes the following practice areas:District Court of Appeal- criminal, civil, and family. Circuit Court- criminal felony, juvenile, dependency, civil, probate, and family. Administrative Court- civil. In electing a Circuit Judge, the people are selecting a traveling trial judge.

CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE (Of 16 judges on the circuit bench in Clay, Duval and Nassau counties, only one race is contested and will appear on the primary ballot.) Website: MaureenHorkanForJudge.comSocial media: FacebookCharles McBurneyAge: 61Candidate's family: Wife: Deborah; 2 adult children and 7 grandchildrenOccupation: AttorneyEducation: University of Florida, B.A. Political experience: Florida House of Representatives 2007-2016; Chair, Justice Appropriations Subcommittee 2012-2014; Chair, Judiciary Committee 2014-2016; Chair, Judiciary Budget Conference 2014; Chair, Duval County Legislative Delegation 2012-2013Summarize your political platform in 10 words or less. How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot? What would you hope to be remembered for accomplishing after serving in this office?

LAKE CITY COUNCIL (two seats on the Lake City Council will be up for election this year: District 10 and District 14.) DISTRICT 10District 10 Vanessa George , Lake City, Lake City Eugene Jefferson (incumbent), Lake City(incumbent), Lake City Clarence Tucker , Lake CityNo candidate has responded to the News4Jax survey. DISTRICT 14District 14 Befaithful Coker , Lake City, Lake City Ricky Jernigan , Lake City, Lake City Chris Greene , Lake CityBefaithful CokerAge: 44Candidate's family: Michael, Victoria, Andrew, and MeyonneOccupation: Executive DirectorEducation: graduate of Mercer University - PhD CandidatePolitical experience: Lifelong American and registered VoterSummarize your political platform in 10 words or less. Website: None foundSocial media: FacebookRicky JerniganRicky Jernigan is a nonpartisan candidate running for District 14 on the Lake City Council. Finally, I will help Lake City by seeking economic opportunities to improve the quality of life for families working and living in Lake City.

Four candidates in a countywide race for Alachua County Judge appeared on the August primary ballot and none appeared a majority of the vote. Political experience: No prior political experience. To serve all those who appear in Alachua County courts with respect and fairness. To assure all who appear in Alachua County Court that their case will be heard with impartiality by the most experienced and qualified person. I am the only candidate with over 34 years experience representing the interests of individuals as an Attorney in Alachua County.

COLUMBIA COUNTY COMMISSION (two seats on the Columbia County Commission are up for election this year: District 2 and District 4.) Campaign website: rockyforddistrict2.comMarc KazmierskiMarc Kazmierski is a nonpartisan candidate running for District 2on the Columbia County Commission. Someone who helped steer Columbia County to prosperity while still maintaining that hometown feel we all love and enjoy. I have been a road Supervisor for our County Road Department, therefore I know what it takes to take care of our County Roadway's. Serving the People of my CommuintyWebsite: None foundSocial media: FacebookToby Lamar WittToby Lamar Witt is a nonpartisan candidate running for District 4 on the Columbia County Commission.

PUTNAM COUNTY - DISTRICT 3 (includes eastern Putnam County, with the St. Johns River being the northern and western boundaries and Dunns Creek being the southern boundary)The winner of the Republican primary in August will advance to the November general election. Seventh generation Putnam County resident, trying to restore the countyWhat do you see as the top three issues in this race? No developmentLack of reliable, high-speed internetQuality of lifeHow can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot? Business experience, experience on County Boards and the ability to work with others. Making Putnam County a better place to live and work.

Clay County's fourth district includes western Clay CountyIncumbent Gavin Rollins won the Republican primary in August and will face Democrat Cheryl Owen in the November general election. Republican Gavin Rollins (incumbent), Keystone HeightsAge: 31Candidate's family: (Parents) Perry and Toni Rollins, (Siblings) Dusty, Jared, Chad, MeganOccupation: History Teacher, Entrepreneur, Army OfficerEducation: Bachelors of Science in Agricultural Education and CommunicationPolitical experience: Keystone Heights City Council, Clay County Commission One TermSummarize your political platform in 10 words or less. A conservative fighting for public safety, better roads, parks, second amendment rights, and property rights for citizensWhat do you see as the top three issues in this race? As an entrepreneur I bring creative solutions to the commission that improve quality without increasing cost. Website: gavinrollins.comSocial media: Facebook / TwitterDemocraticCheryl Owen , Keystone HeightsCheryl Owens is a Democratic candidate for Clay County Commission, District 4.

Many Nassau County races were settled in the Aug. 30 Republican primary. Here are the local races that will appear on the General Election ballot. Links are provided to profiles for those candidates who returned the News4Jax questionnaire. 1Should the Fernandina Beach City Charter be amended to remove certain provisions that are already covered by state law, change finance director title from to “controller” to “comptroller,” clarify certain provisions without changing the meaning, and revise certain provisions to be consistent with state law? Hilliard Town Council members (vote for up to three candidates)Jack Bailey | Lee Pickett | Kenny Sims | Patricia Webb | Jared Wollitz