Cutler Bay Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Ricardo De Melo Gomes
Candidate for Mayor
Ricardo De Melo Gomes is running for mayor of Cutler Bay in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Robert “B.J.” Duncan, Suzy Lord and Clint Rodriguez.
Voter registration deadline · Mon, Oct 5, 2026
TodayLicensed Florida builder who studied architecture in Europe and has lived in Cutler Bay since 2004.
- Campaign website
- ricardo4mayor.com
Where Ricardo De Melo Gomes stands: positions on the record
Growth and development1 sourced position
His campaign site says he would hold to existing zoning, with no unnecessary variances or spot rezonings.
“Hold the line on the zoning we already have: no unnecessary variances, no spot rezonings, and no exceptions.”
Own statementRicardo De Melo Gomes campaign site
Transit1 sourced position
His campaign site says he would continue to advocate for light-rail transit along the South Dade corridor.
“continue to advocate for light-rail transit along the South Dade Corridor.”
Own statementRicardo De Melo Gomes campaign site
Property taxes1 sourced position
His campaign site says he would look for ways to trim expenses to help keep the millage rate low.
“Identify ways to cut or trim unnecessary expenses to help keep the millage rate low.”
Own statementRicardo De Melo Gomes campaign site
Flooding and stormwater1 sourced position
His campaign site calls for a long-term drainage plan backed by county, state and federal funding.
“backed by aggressively pursuing county, state, and federal funding.”
Own statementRicardo De Melo Gomes campaign site
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