Municipal Governments

Pasco County\'s 6 incorporated cities each have their own elected officials. All municipal elections are scheduled for April 14, 2026.

All 6 Municipalities

April 14, 2026 • Municipal Election Day

Dade City

Historic city in east Pasco, county seat.

Pop. ~7,500

James Shive

Mayor

April 14, 2026 election for Group 2 seat: Michael S. Stout vs Steven Van Gorden. Group 1 seat: Scott Black (unopposed).

New Port Richey

West Pasco's largest city. Vibrant downtown.

Pop. ~17,000

Chopper Davis

Mayor

UP FOR ELECTION

Running for re-election. Opponents: Marlowe L. Jones, Daisy Thomas, Kelly M. Timmons.

Port Richey

Coastal community on the Gulf.

Pop. ~3,000

John Eric Hoover

Mayor

UP FOR ELECTION

Challenged by Linda Rodriguez for Mayor (3-year term). Council Member seat (1-year term): Christine J. Sullivan filed.

San Antonio

Small historic community near Saint Leo University.

Pop. ~1,200

John Vogel II

Mayor / Commissioner

UP FOR ELECTION

April 14, 2026 election for 3 commission seats. Candidates: Caitlin A. Bolender, Blaze A. Drinkwine, John T. Vogel II.

St. Leo

Home to Saint Leo University. Small town governance.

Pop. ~1,800

Vincent D'Ambrosio

Mayor

April 14, 2026 election: Seat 1 - Donna H. DeWitt (Unopposed), Seat 3 - Apollo J. Rodriguez (Unopposed), Seat 5 - Tory N. England vs William E. Hamilton.

Zephyrhills

Known for its natural spring water. Growth concerns.

Pop. ~18,000

Melonie Bahr Monson

Mayor

UP FOR ELECTION

Development halt concerns: rapid growth straining infrastructure and water resources. 2026 election for Mayor and Seat 2 council position.