Rehoboth Beach has scheduled its annual municipal election for Saturday, August 8, 2026, following the city’s tradition of holding the vote on the second Saturday in August.
Voters will select a mayor and fill two commissioner seats during the election. Candidates had until June 1 to submit their nominating petitions.
Four individuals have filed to run for mayor:
Commissioner Suzanne Goode
William J. Raak
Commissioner Susan Stewart
Commissioner Craig Thier
Three candidates are seeking commissioner positions:
Jeffery Goode
Commissioner Patrick Gossett
Commissioner Mark Saunders
According to the city charter, the Board of Commissioners will review each candidate’s qualifications during their regular meeting on June 18.
Election day voting will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Convention Center. Additional information about the election process, voter requirements, and absentee ballot procedures is available on the city’s website at Local Elections section.
