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Redistricting 2021
The Florida Constitution requires redistricting after every decennial census to ensure an equal distribution of elected officials as the population grows and shifts. The redrawing of local, state, and federal political boundaries every ten years, following the federal Census, accounts for changes in population during the previous decade and is governed by the United States Constitution, state and federal laws, and the Seminole County Charter.
What is redistricting?
- The goal of redistricting is to rebalance commission districts so that each district is substantially equal in population.
- Redistricting ensures that each commissioner represents roughly the same number of constituents.
- Redistricting is accomplished by adjusting the boundaries of the County’s five commission districts to account for population growth.
- Decennial redistricting occurs every 10 years and is based on the population data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau’s most recent decennial census.
When does redistricting occur?
- Redistricting occurs every ten years, concurrent with the U.S, Census.
- The U.S. Census Bureau released 2020 U.S. Census data in August 2021.
- Seminole County must complete its decennial redistricting prior to the next election in 2022.
What authority does Seminole County rely on for its redistricting process?
- In addition to federal law, redistricting is cited in:
How can I find out more about Seminole County’s 2021 Redistricting?
- For further information, please email Redistricting@seminolecountyfl.gov or call (407) 665-7219.