How often is City Council elected?

The position of City Council is typically elected every 4 years.

What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?

Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation on the ballot.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Arizona?

No filing fee; signature requirement of at least 5% and not more than 10% of the voters in the city.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

1090 E. Union St. San Luis, AZ 85349

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 928-341-8520.

How do I get started running for City Council?

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Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for City Council does not include a primary or runoff election.

City Council in San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona

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About City Council

About this position

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.

Office level: City
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: Nonpartisan
Positions: 3 open seats

Election type

Partisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
Run-off election

How to run for City Council

Step 1
Meet eligibility requirements
A candidate must be at least eighteen years of age, a resident of the state, a qualified elector of the district or precinct which he/she proposes to represent, and must be able to read and write the English language.
Step 2
File for office
Filing requirements
No filing fee; signature requirement of at least 5% and not more than 10% of the voters in the city.
Filing period
June 6, 2026 - July 6, 2026
Paperwork instructions
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Where to file
1090 E. Union St. San Luis, AZ 85349
Filing phone
928-341-8520
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City Council in San Luis, AZ

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