Pinecrest Councilmember Seat 3 · Nov 3, 2026
Ralph Sanchez
Candidate for Councilmember Seat 3
Ralph Sanchez is running for Pinecrest Councilmember Seat 3 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against James Suarez.
Runoff election, if necessary · Tue, Nov 17, 2026
Attorney who founded The Law Office of Raphael A. Sanchez, P.A. in 2017. He was appointed to the Miami-Dade County Citizens’ Transportation Advisory Committee.
- Endorsed by
- Lists the South Florida Police Benevolent Association as an endorser. Ralph Sanchez campaign site
- Campaign website
- ralphforpinecrest.com
Where Ralph Sanchez stands: positions on the record
Policing1 sourced position
His campaign site lists increasing police presence among the issues he is focused on.
“increasing police presence to deter crime, reducing traffic, promoting responsible growth, and preserving the character that makes our Village special.”
Own statementRalph Sanchez campaign site
Traffic1 sourced position
In the Miami Herald candidate guide, named traffic and road safety as the most pressing day-to-day issues.
“Traffic and road safety are Pinecrest’s most pressing day-to-day issues.”
Own statementMiami Herald
Permitting1 sourced position
His campaign site says he will work to make the Village permitting process faster and clearer.
“Ralph will work to make the Village’s permitting process faster, clearer, and more responsive while preserving the strong building, safety, landscaping, and neighborhood standards that protect Pinecrest’s character.”
Own statementRalph Sanchez campaign site
City budget1 sourced position
His campaign site says Pinecrest should prioritize core services and review spending before asking taxpayers for more.
“Before asking taxpayers for more, Pinecrest should prioritize core services, review spending carefully, and make the budget process more transparent.”
Own statementRalph Sanchez campaign site
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