Date Elected: November 2022
Term Expires: November 2026
Mayor Steven R. Arnst was born and raised in South Florida. He moved to Broward County in 1966 and the City of Oakland Park in 1984.
Mayor Arnst graduated from Northeast High School and went to the University of Florida. He began working at his family’s auto repair business in Pompano Beach in 1978 and has continued working there since, proudly overseeing day-to-day operations and continuing his family legacy.
Mayor Arnst served on the Oakland Park City Commission from 1993 to 2001 and 2003 to 2011. Involved in the Oakland Park community for over 30 years, the Commissioner has served on various City advisory boards, including the Police & Fire Pension Board and the Civil Service Board.
Mayor Arnst is passionate about helping the people of Oakland Park and enjoys setting policies that support and advance the community.