October 2026
Letter from the Chair
Florida After Nearly 3 Decades of One-Party Rule: It Is Time for a Change!
Growth alone, nor a booming stock market, is not prosperity. It’s a teacher who can afford a home near their school. It’s a young couple who can rent or now buy their first home. It’s retirees who can readily pay for both health insurance and medicine and not sacrifice their groceries. It’s every child in a strong public school with good access to a doctor under their family’s healthcare plan.
What Are You Doing to Change Florida?
Election Day is November 3, and the time between now and then matters.
So I’m asking every Collier County Democrat to consider a few questions:
Are you making phone calls on behalf of our candidates?
Are you knocking on doors and talking with your neighbors and friends about the issues that matter to our community?
Are you contributing to the Collier County Democratic Party to support our work during this election?
Have you made your plan to vote—and encouraged your family and friends to make theirs?
There are many ways to participate. You can volunteer, help protect the vote, attend a candidate event, contribute to our local party, or simply make sure the people in your life know when, where, and how to vote.
Now is the time to turn intention into action. Choose something you can do—and do it. Make the call. Knock on the door. Have the conversation. Volunteer your time. Make a contribution. And most importantly, make your plan to vote.
We have just a few weeks left. Make them count.
Read on for important voting information, upcoming events, and more ways to get involved.
This November 3, vote for Democratic candidates up and down the ballot. Let’s build a Florida where ordinary people have ample opportunities and can confidently build a secure, healthy and prosperous life for themselves, their families and their communities.
In solidarity,
Jane Schlechtweg
Announcing Our Democratic Candidates
Collier County Voter Protection is gearing up
for the 2026 Election Cycle and WE NEED YOU!
The Collier Co. VoPro Committee, led by Monica Pierce and Linda Scherzinger, will coordinate with the Florida Democratic Party to get volunteers trained and ready for the upcoming November 3 general election. This includes training for Poll Watchers, Poll Greeters, the Steering Wheel Brigade, and Vote-by-Mail Ballot Curing. We will provide supplies, training aides, credentials and most importantly, text / phone support during early voting and on election day.
We welcome new and returning volunteers to join the Voter Protection Team in the following positions:
Click HERE to Join the Voter Protection Team
Poll Watching – Monitor election activities inside the Polling Room during Early Voting (October 22-31) and on Election Day (November 3rd). Shifts are 4 hours. Training is required – attend by Zoom on your computer, tablet or smart phone.
Poll Greeting – Greet voters, hand out Democrat Voter Guides and monitor activities outside the polling place during Early Voting (October 22-31) and on Election Day (November 3rd). Shifts are 4 hours. Training is required – attend by Zoom on your computer, tablet or smart phone.
Steering Wheel Brigade – Monitor activities outside the polling place by driving into the parking lots of various precincts during Early Voting (October 22-31) and on Election Day (November 3rd). Shifts are 4 hours. Training is required – attend by Zoom on your computer, tablet or smart phone.
Cure Vote-by-Mail Ballots – Help Democrat voters resolve signature issues and update addresses for undelivered ballots. Work from your home, using your phone and computer or laptop. Determine your own hours between 10am and 6pm. Training is required; attend by Zoom on your computer or laptop.
Questions? Contact your Collier County Voter Protection Committee Leaders
Monica Pierce, Linda Scherzinger, Melanie Rose and Janet Perna
Click HERE to Join the Voter Protection Team
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Saturday, October 17, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm Collier County Courthouse 3315 Tamiami Trl E, Naples, FL 34112 We decide who represents us. We decide what comes next. For more than a year, millions of people have come together to reject the idea that power belongs to kings, billionaires, or politicians who believe they are above the people and the law. Now, we are taking the next step, turning people power into voter power. Unlike previous No Kings actions, No Kings: Vote Early, is not purely a protest. Instead, on October 17th, it’s a day of nonpartisan voter participation: we are bringing our community together to make a plan to vote early and ensuring every eligible voter understands their options for how to vote and has the opportunity to make their voice heard. Because no one person gets to decide our leaders before voters do. On October 17th, join us in local events across the country as we get out the early vote and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. There will be a food drive as well. *No Kings: Vote Early events are nonpartisan and are designed to increase participation from all eligible voters. A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events. |
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The Collier County Democratic Executive Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 7 5:30 - 9:00 pm 5010 9th Street North Naples, FL 34103 (in the Heritage Court Plaza) Join us, October 7, for the next Collier County Democratic Executive Committee meeting. Social hour begins at 5:30 PM. Business meeting begins at 6:30 PM. Our guest speaker will join us at 7 PM. We are pleased to welcome Jose Javier Rodriguez, candidate for Florida Attorney General, as our guest speaker. Come hear directly from José Javier Rodriguez about his vision for Florida and what he plans to accomplish if elected as our next State Attorney General. This is an opportunity to learn more about the candidate, hear his priorities, and ask questions. We hope you will join us for an informative evening and connect with fellow Democrats from across Collier County. All are welcome Click here for more information Social hour begins at 5:30 pm. Business meeting begins at 6:30 pm |
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Tuesday, October 6 with David Silverberg
and
Thursday, October 8 with Kim Finer
6:00 - 7:30 PM
What would you ask the person who wants to represent you in Tallahassee?
We're kicking off our candidate forum series with two special evenings.
No speeches from a distance – come listen, ask your questions, and hear directly from about his priorities for our county and Florida's future.
Bring your questions. Join the conversation. Get to know the candidate.
RSVP is required. The event location will be provided after you RSVP
Come informed. Come curious. Your questions matter.
The Collier County Democratic Club
Thursday, November 12
5:00 pm-6:30 pm
Veterans Park
1895 Veterans Park Drive Naples - off of Immokalee
Let's welcome back our snowbird friends at Veterans Park. The club provides the main course, and you bring your choice of salads or sweets.
We meet in the large Pavillion across from the tennis courts. Hopefully, we will have election results to celebrate.
The Democratic Women's Club of Marco
Tuesday, October 13
5:00 - 6:30 PM
1361 Andalusia Terrace
Marco Island, FL 34145
(Mackle Park)
BLUE starts with YOU - Things you Can Do!
Get informed, Get involved & Get out the Vote
(Start today, invite a guest to join you as the first step in getting informed and involved)
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet all six Marco Island City Council candidates. For those members living off-island, we will also conduct a complete review of your ballot, including amendments. Bring your ballot with you to the meeting.
Join us for this very important first in person meeting of the season. Doors open at 4:45 for sign in. Please be on time!
Registration is Required. You will receive an email confirmation with details and a personalized zoom link after you register.
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Engage in Your Community!
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Your Voice. Your Future. Your Power
Now more than ever, young people are changing the world—and Florida Young Democrats is where that momentum begins.
We’re building a movement of bold, diverse leaders ready to make real change. By joining Florida Young Democrats, you’re not just standing up for your future—you’re stepping into your power. Together, we amplify youth voices in the political process, fight for legislation that benefits our generation, and elect Young Democrats who reflect our values and our vision.
Whether you’re passionate about justice, climate, education, housing, or voting rights—this is your place to turn that passion into action.
Join the Collier County Chapter of the Florida Young Democrats.
Be heard. Be seen. Be the difference.
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