Barrington Russell, two term Mayor of Lauderdale Lakes, is set to run for Florida State Representative  representing District 95 on August 30, 2016. Speaking to a diverse audience of supporters in Lauderdale Lakes on June 17, he proudly announced that he intends to represent the residents of Margate, North Lauderdale, Tamarac, Lauderhill, Lauderdale Lakes, Plantation, Sunrise as Florida State Representative, placing Hazel Rogers who will be stepping down at the end of her term.

Barrington is deeply invested in the development of small businesses, increasing access to education, elder affairs and children and family issues.  He has a proven track record as former Commissioner, Deputy Vice-Mayor, Vice Mayor and Mayor, in the city of Lauderdale Lakes.