Alan "AlJohn" Farquharson is running for Palmetto Bay Village Council Seat 3 in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. Farquharson, a longtime resident of the village's Southern Area, told the Miami Herald he is running "to restore civility, honesty and accountability to our village."

He said he brings small business experience, deep community roots and a practical commitment to putting residents, responsible spending and Palmetto Bay's future first.

The nonpartisan Seat 3 race includes three other certified candidates: A.J. Lara, Carl Crawford and Lasaly Changkachith, according to BallotReady election data.

Candidate information

  • Name: Alan "AlJohn" Farquharson
  • Office sought: Palmetto Bay Village Council, Seat 3
  • Party: Nonpartisan
  • Ballot status: Certified for the Nov. 3, 2026, general election
  • Residence: Southern Area of Palmetto Bay, the Seat 3 district
  • Occupation: Small business owner and entrepreneur, according to his campaign website
  • Qualified: Aug. 11, 2026, according to the Village of Palmetto Bay's registered candidates page

Experience and public service

Farquharson has twice sought village office. He ran for Palmetto Bay vice mayor in 2020, according to Florida election results, and then ran for mayor in 2022, according to state election records. He describes himself as a small business owner and entrepreneur on his campaign website.

On the issues

Farquharson outlined these positions on his campaign website.

Fiscal responsibility and village spending: Farquharson said running a successful business requires fiscal discipline and preventative foresight. He said every village expenditure should be evaluated on measurable community value, transparent budgeting and long-term sustainability.

Zoning and development: Farquharson said he would defend residential zoning against high-density development and unmanaged commercial overflow. He described Palmetto Bay as a "suburban sanctuary" that families invested in.

Infrastructure and maintenance: Farquharson called for proactive maintenance of stormwater drainage, swales, canals, tree canopy and streets. He said the village must address foundational infrastructure before costly emergency repairs fall on residents.

Municipal assets and debt: Farquharson said the village should optimize existing facilities before taking on new municipal debt. He called for modernizing permitting workflows, enhancing public safety coordination and using public spaces efficiently.

Parks and community spaces: Farquharson said public parks and recreational programs are central to the community. He called for clean park amenities, accessible family trails, protected shaded areas and safe green spaces for every generation.

This is a candidate profile for the Nov. 3, 2026, Palmetto Bay Village Council Seat 3 election. Profiles of other candidates will be published as information becomes available.