Today will mark the close of election season in the City of Sarasota, when voters will elect two city commissioners. Polls are open from 7am to 7pm.

Voters in District 2 will decide between incumbent Eileen Normile and challenger Liz Alpert. Normile, who was appointed to the seat in November, has run on her success starting traffic summits and contributing to a more collegial environment on the commission. Alpert, who ran for state House of Representatives in 2012, has run on making better progress in dealing with issues like homelessness. In the District 3 race, incumbent Stan Zimmerman faces challenger Shelli Freeland Eddie. Zimmerman, also appointed in November, said 30 years of relationships from years as a journalist in the region will lead to better government relations. Eddie, an attorney in the area, promises to bring a new voice to the commission table and listen to new perspectives on government.

Voters may only vote in the contest for the district in which they live. There is no election in District 1, as Commissioner Willie Shaw was elected unopposed. Voters citywide will also vote on two charter referenda, one regarding eligibility for appointment, the other on setting a timeframe for citizen petitions.