STUART - A 14-year incumbent and a political newcomer will vie for the support of Stuart voters Tuesday in the Stuart City commission race.

Voters will decide between incumbent Jeff Krauskopf, who says the city needs his experience to continue navigating through tough economic times, and Jeff Callahan, a lifeguard and community activist who believes Stuart needs new leaders sensitive to the needs of residents.

Supervisor of Elections Vicki Davis this afternoon said 511 voters have already returned absentee ballots and an additional 91 voted early.

Davis expects another 500 will vote at the polls tomorrow. Polls will close at 7 p.m.

Tuesday’s election marks the first contested race for the 61-year-old Krauskopf, a property manager and real estate company owner, in 14 years. If elected, the commission seat will be the first elected office for Callahan, 49.

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