The council in Arizona cities and towns is the local policy making and law-making body possessing broad authority and the legal power to govern the affairs of the community. The job of the council essentially is to use these powers granted by state law and local ordinances for the good of the community and its residents.
A qualified elector of the City. Candidates must be residents of the City of Flagstaff for at least one year preceding the election. Candidates cannot hold any other public office except that of Notary Public or member of the National Guard or Naval or military reserves. If a Councilmember or Mayor ceases to possess any of these qualifications, or is convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude, the office shall immediately become vacant.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee; signature requirement of at least 5% and not more than 10% of the voters in the city.