Local elections were held in the Province of Sarangani on May 9, 2016, within the Philippine general election. Voters will select candidates for all local positions: a town mayor, vice mayor and town councilors, as well as members of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, the vice-governor, governor, and a representative for the lone district of Sarangani. Provincial Elections. The candidates for governor and vice governor with the highest number of votes wins the seat; they are voted separately, therefore, they may be of different parties when elected. Candidates for Governor. Parties are as stated in their certificate of candidacies. Candidates for Vice Governor. Parties are as stated in their certificate of candidacies. Candidates for Congressman. Parties are as stated in their certificate of candidacies. Sangguniang Panlalawigan Elections. All 2 Districts of Sarangani will elect Sangguniang Panlalawigan or provincial board members. 1st District (West Coast). Parties are as stated in their certificate of candidacies. 2nd District (East Coast). Parties are as stated in their certificate of candidacies. Mayoralty Elections. All municipalities of Sarangani will elect mayor and vice-mayor this election. The candidates for mayor and vice mayor with the highest number of votes wins the seat; they are voted separately, therefore, they may be of different parties when elected. Below is the list of mayoralty candidates of each city and municipalities per district.