Warren, King Will Vie for Cape Coral District 6
The candidates will face off in the upcoming November 3, 2026 general election for the City Council seat.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in City Hall
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Annette Warren and Liza King are competing for the District 6 seat on the Cape Coral City Council. The general election is set to take place on November 3, 2026, following the results of the primary election held on August 18, 2026.
Why it matters
The outcome will decide who fills the seat vacated by incumbent Keith Long, who is not seeking reelection. As Cape Coral operates under a council-manager form of government, the winner will represent the city's interests for a four-year term.
Council members receive an annual salary of more than $44,000 for serving the seven-district city. Voting for the non-partisan District 6 seat is conducted citywide.
The players
Annette Warren
She is a 48-year-old candidate who previously served as a law enforcement officer in the U.S. Air Force.
Liza King
She is a 51-year-old candidate serving as the chief deputy court administrator for the 20th Judicial Circuit.
Keith Long
He is the incumbent City Council member for District 6 who is not seeking reelection.
The details
Annette Warren is a former law enforcement officer in the U.S. Air Force, while Liza King serves as the 20th Judicial Circuit chief deputy court administrator. Candidates advanced to the general election after finishing as the top two vote-getters in the August primary.
Timeline
August 18, 2026: The non-partisan primary election took place.
November 3, 2026: The general election for the City Council seat will occur.
Political Context
Opponents of the current structure often argue that the council-manager system limits direct accountability compared to a strong-mayor system. Supporters contend that the arrangement ensures professional administrative management over political influence.
The winner of the election will manage local legislative duties and receive an annual salary of over $44,000 funded by taxpayers. Residents living within District 6 are impacted by the council's decisions, which are based on district boundaries following canal and street center lines.
The takeaway
Voters should review the professional backgrounds of both candidates to understand how their experience aligns with city management priorities. Participation in the general election on November 3, 2026, is the final opportunity for citizens to select their representative for the next four years.
What happens next
The general election for the District 6 seat will be held on November 3, 2026.
Further reading
Find more information on local governance at City Hall.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The News-Press.
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