Palmetto Bay Councilmember Seat 3 · Nov 3, 2026
A.J. “AL” Lara
Candidate for Councilmember Seat 3
A.J. “AL” Lara is running for Palmetto Bay Councilmember Seat 3 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Lasaly Changkachith, Carl Crawford and Alan “AlJohn” Farquharson.
Election Day · Tue, Nov 3, 2026
Says he has managed operations, facilities, budgets and people in his career.
Where A.J. “AL” Lara stands: positions on the record
Village budget1 sourced position
In the Herald candidate guide, listed careful stewardship of taxpayer dollars among residents’ concerns.
“Residents want safe streets, reliable infrastructure, responsible development, effective traffic management and careful stewardship of taxpayer dollars.”
Own statementMiami Herald · Sep 24, 2026
Development1 sourced position
In the Herald candidate guide, said roads, drainage and public safety must keep pace with development pressures.
“the village must ensure that roads, drainage, public spaces and public safety services keep pace”
Own statementMiami Herald · Sep 24, 2026
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