Tequesta, Florida Public Records

Those researching the history of a particular property or land use in the community can explore the Florida State Archives and Genealogy collection, which houses a wealth of historical documents related to Tequesta and the surrounding region.

Additionally, the city's picturesque waterfront setting and abundance of outdoor recreational activities make it a popular destination for visitors, contributing to a robust tourism industry that supports local businesses and the overall economy.

Public safety is a top priority in Tequesta, as evidenced by the dedicated service of the Tequesta Police Department. This local law enforcement agency is responsible for maintaining order, responding to emergencies, and investigating crimes within the city limits. Residents can access the department's website to learn more about its operations, community programs, and resources for reporting suspicious activity or filing incident reports. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) also offers a statewide criminal history repository that individuals can use to request background checks and obtain other criminal justice information relevant to the Tequesta area.

Tequesta voters are served by the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, located at 240 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415 (phone: 561-656-6200, website: www.pbcelections.org). This office administers all federal, state, county, and municipal elections for Tequesta residents. Florida residents can register to vote online at registertovoteflorida.gov, with registration deadlines typically 29 days before each election. Applicants must provide a Florida driver license or ID card number, or the last four digits of their Social Security number. Tequesta holds municipal elections for the Village Council on a staggered basis, with council seats and the mayor (who is elected from among council members) typically elected in March of odd-numbered years. The next Tequesta Village Council election is scheduled for March 2025, with three council seats up for election. Village elections are nonpartisan, and candidate information is available through the Village Clerk's office and at www.tequesta.org. Tequesta residents can find their assigned polling locations by visiting www.pbcelections.org and using the "Find My Precinct" tool, which requires entering a residential address. Early voting is available at designated sites throughout Palm Beach County for approximately two weeks before each election. Florida makes extensive election records publicly accessible, including voter registration lists (without Social Security numbers or driver license numbers), campaign finance reports through the Florida Division of Elections website, candidate qualifying information, and precinct-level election results. In the November 2024 presidential election, Palm Beach County reported approximately 67% voter turnout with over 650,000 ballots cast out of roughly 970,000 registered voters. Looking ahead to November 3, 2026, Tequesta and Palm Beach County voters will decide several significant races: Florida does not have a U.S. Senate seat up in 2026 (next in 2028), but voters will elect a Governor (as Florida gubernatorial elections occur in midterm years), all Florida Cabinet positions (Attorney General, Chief Financial Officer, Commissioner of Agriculture), State House and Senate representatives, Palm Beach County constitutional officers including Sheriff and Property Appraiser, and potentially school board members. Florida voters can request mail-in ballots (also called vote-by-mail ballots) online through the Supervisor of Elections website, by phone, mail, or in person; mail ballot requests are valid through the end of the calendar year in which they are made for two general election cycles.