The recording of the recent Candidate Forum, held on January 14, 2026, is now available.
You can locate all 2026 Election resources under the 2026 Election Tab and Election Archives.
REMINDER: The final forum is scheduled for:
Dear Residents,
We are pleased to share an important update regarding the 2026 University Park Recreation District (UPRD) Board of Supervisors Election.
APPOINTMENT OF 2026 UPRD ELECTION CHAIR
The University Park Recreation District has designated Don Ferris as the 2026 UPRD Election Chair.
The Election Chair will oversee and coordinate election-related activities for the 2026 election in coordination with District Management and in accordance with applicable requirements.
Have questions? Please contact Don Ferris, Election Chair, at dferrissalt@aol.com.
ABOUT THIS ELECTION
Two (2) UPRD Board Supervisor seats are up for election.
Each position serves a three-year term.
This election is conducted under University Park Recreation District Charter and applicable Florida laws.
LAST CALL FOR CANDIDATES
Residents of University Park are encouraged to run for one of the two open Supervisor positions on the UPRD Board.
Candidate Requirements:
Candidate information as outlined on the Candidate Nomination Form must be received by the District Manager no later than 5:00 p.m. EST, Today, December 17, 2025.
Submitted candidate information will be posted on the UPRD website throughout the election period.
Candidate Forums will be held on or before January 30, 2026; participation is encouraged but not required.
Successful candidates must annually complete Florida Form 1 (financial disclosure) and comply with applicable ethics requirements.
A full description of Board Supervisor responsibilities, nomination formatting, and word limits for candidate statements is available under the 2026 Election Page on the UPRD website and linked at the end of this email.
KEY DATES – 2026 UPRD ELECTION
December 17, 2025 – 5:00 p.m.
Final date for Candidate nominations. Application can be submitted to the District Manager via email at carvalhov@pfm.com or via U.S. Mail to Vivian Carvalho, PFM, 3501 Quadrangle Blvd., Suite 270, Orlando, FL 32817
On or before December 31, 2025
Voter registration process for Lot Owners and Residents completed confirming the voter eligibility. To register click here.
January 9, 2026
Ballots and Proxies distributed (voting begins).
On or before January 30, 2026
There will be (2) Candidate Forums inviting all the candidates to participate.
February 17, 2026 – 12:00 p.m.
Final election date with poll closing at 12:00 noon. Immediately following ballot verification by the Election Chair the results will be announced.
CONTACT
For questions or assistance, please contact the District Manager’s Office:
Vivian Carvalho
carvalhov@pfm.com
All official election materials — including the Call for Candidates, nomination forms, and voter eligibility information — are available at:
👉 https://universityparkrd.com/election/
The University Park Recreation District (UPRD) will hold its next Board of Supervisors election in early 2026. Please note: this is a separate election for a different governing body and not to be confused with the UPCAI’s recent election.
Below is a quick overview of key details and deadlines.
Two (2) UPRD Board Supervisor seats are up for election
Each position serves a three-year term
Election conducted under the UPRD Charter and applicable Florida laws
Residents are encouraged to run for one of the two open Supervisor positions.
Candidate Requirements
Candidate Nomination Form and materials must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on December 17, 2025
Candidate information will be posted on the UPRD website as received
Candidate Forums held on or before January 30, 2026 (participation encouraged but optional)
Successful candidates must complete Florida Form 1 annually and comply with state ethics requirements
Full Supervisor responsibilities and nomination guidelines are available on the 2026 Election Page.
👉 https://universityparkrd.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/UPRD-2026-ELECTION-INFORMATION.pdf
Dec 17, 2025 – 5:00 p.m.
Deadline for Candidate Nominations
Submit via email: carvalhov@pfm.com
Or mail to:
UPRD c/o PFM – Attn: Vivian Carvalho
3501 Quadrangle Blvd., Suite 270, Orlando, FL 32817
On or before Dec 31, 2025
Voter registration period concludes
(Lot Owners and Residents must be verified as eligible voters) 👉 https://universityparkrd.com/voter-eligibility/
January 9, 2026
Ballots & Proxies distributed — voting begins
On or before January 30, 2026
Two Candidate Forums will be held
February 17, 2026 – 12:00 p.m.
Final Election Day
Polls close at noon; results announced following ballot verification
For questions, please contact:
Vivian Carvalho, District Manager
📧 carvalhov@pfm.com
All official forms and materials are available at:
👉 https://universityparkrd.com/election/
Dear Residents,
The University Park Recreation District (UPRD)is seeking volunteers interested in being considered to serve as Election Chair for the upcoming 2026 UPRD Board of Supervisors election.
In accordance with District procedures, the Board of Supervisors shall appoint a person to serve as Election Chair, who will work with the District Manager and District Counsel to oversee and facilitate the election process. A Board Supervisor may not serve in this role.
The Election Chair will be responsible for ensuring that the election is conducted in a transparent, accurate, and impartial manner. The Chair may recruit other volunteers to assist as needed. Except for possibly testifying at a future proceeding concerning the election, the Chair’s duties will be completed at the conclusion of the election.
Residents interested in being considered for appointment as Election Chair are invited to submit a brief statement of interest to District Manager, Vivian Carvalho, carvalhov@pfm.com by Thursday, November 13th, 2025.
Thank you for your continued engagement and commitment to the University Park Recreation District.
University Park Recreation District
Board of Supervisors
The Business Planning Advisory Group shared a proposed business plan with the UPRD Board of Supervisors during the May 13, 2025, Board Workshop.
Since then, the Board has continued to discuss and review the proposal. To make it easier for residents to access, the plan is now posted under the Document Archives tab—no need to dig through the full workshop agenda.
You can check it out here:
[View the Plan Here]
You can also review the Business Planning Advisory Group’s responses to the Board’s questions and discussions from the May 13th Workshop here:
From the Desk of Lyle Makosky, Election Chair
Dear UP Homeowners and Residents,
The University Park Recreation District (UPRD) Board of Supervisors 2025 election has officially concluded. Thank you to all who participated in this important process.
The tabulation of votes was conducted by an independent accounting firm, ensuring accuracy and impartiality. As announced at the Special Board of Supervisors Meeting held at 5:30 PM EST, the certified final results are as follows:
Total number of ballots distributed: 2,616
Totals ballots received and accounted for: 1,430
I extend my sincere appreciation to District Management, the Volunteer 2025 Election Group, all candidates, and all voters for their time, dedication, and participation in this election. Your engagement is invaluable to the continued success of our community and the future of UPRD.
UPRD Special Board of Supervisors’ Meeting
Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Original Scheduled Time: 4:00 PM
Important Update:
Updated Meeting Time: 5:30 PM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84588938513?pwd=eUE4Q3BTNGVLNXBsOGViRXk1cWo2QT09
Meeting ID: 845 8893 8513
Passcode: 755354
Meeting Agenda: https://universityparkrd.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/UPRD-Agenda-Packet-2.18.25-PFM-Special-BOS-FINAL-UPDATED.pdf
The recording of the recent Candidate Forum, held on February 11, 2025, is now available.
You can locate all 2025 Election resources under the 2025 Election Tab and Election Archives.
REMINDER: Election Day is less than One Week Away!
Have You or Someone in Your Household Not Received a Ballot?
If you are a property owner and have received your ballot, but your residence partner, dependents (ages 18 and older), or long-term guests/tenants (ages 18 and older) who have lived at your address for 183+ days (on or before August 19, 2024) have not, they may be eligible to vote.
Please contact the UPRD District Manager, Vivian Carvalho, at carvalhov@pfm.com for assistance.
District Management will first attempt to verify your residency by checking the University Park Country Club (UPCC) membership database and the University Park Community Association Inc. (UPCAI) database.
You may also visit the polling station located in The Varsity Club on Election Day, February 18, 2025, with your proof of residency and valid ID to have your eligibility verified and receive a ballot.
Important Reminder About Ballot Submission:
All ballots must be sealed in the provided envelope. To protect voter anonymity, ballots do not include voter identification. Any ballot submitted without the sealed envelope will be considered invalid. If you have already submitted your ballot without the necessary envelope, please contact the UPRD District Manager, Vivian Carvalho, at carvalhov@pfm.com for assistance.
Voter Fraud Warning:
Falsifying information or attempting to vote fraudulently is a third-degree felony under Florida law.
The recording of the recent Candidate Forum, held on January 21, 2025, is now available.
You can locate all 2025 Election resources under the 2025 Election Tab and Election Archives.
REMINDER: The LAST candidate forum is scheduled for: