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Fort Myers Beach recall fight could trigger Lee County's first-ever recall election
Fort Myers Beach may be headed toward a recall election that would be the first of its kind in Lee County history.
- When
- Monday, May 4, 2026
- Where
- Fort Myers Beach
- Official source
- WINK News
What happened?
Residents gathered enough signatures to push recall efforts against councilmembers John King and Karen Woodson. The fight centers on allegations, redevelopment tensions, and a lawsuit aimed at stopping the recall. Election officials say the vote could cost taxpayers about $20,000 if it moves forward.
Why it matters
This fight goes straight at who controls Fort Myers Beach’s redevelopment future, and the political fallout could shape major land-use decisions while also costing taxpayers money.
Source
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