The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Must be a qualified elector. Must be a U. S. citizen. Must be an Arkansas resident. Must live in jurisdiction to be represented at time of filing and throughout term A.C.A.. Must be lawfully registered to vote. Must never have been convicted of embezzlement of public money, bribery, forgery, or other infamous crime.
Filing Requirements
Must file a signed affidavit of eligibility with the secretary of the county committee of the political party stating that the candidate is eligible to serve in the office he or she seeks. Must pay the party filing fee, if any, and file the party pledge, if any, with the secretary of the county committee of the political party during regular office hours during the party filing period. The filing fee is set by the county committee and authorized by the state executive committee. Must obtain a party certificate from the secretary or chair of the county committee of the political party.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's Elections office.