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UPRD 2026 BOARD ELECTION – CALL FOR CANDIDATES!

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.


ABOUT THIS ELECTION

  • 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


CALL FOR CANDIDATES

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 


KEY DATES

  • 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


CONTACT

For questions, please contact:
Vivian Carvalho, District Manager
📧 carvalhov@pfm.com


ELECTION INFORMATION

All official forms and materials are available at:
👉 https://universityparkrd.com/election/