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City Legislature in Lewes, Sussex County, Delaware
- Election date
- May 9, 2026
- Filing deadline
- TBD
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City Legislature
About this position
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.
Position Details
Employment Type
Part Time
Partisan Type
nonpartisan
Election Frequency
Every 3 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidate must be a bona fide citizen of the United States and of the State of Delaware and a resident of The City of Lewes for at least one (1) year preceding the date of the annual election (b) At least Twenty‑one (21) years of age; and (c) Shall not have been convicted of a felony. (d) Each of the qualifications for the Mayor and for the City Council Persons shall be continuing qualifications to hold office
Filing Requirements
No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the City Manager's office.
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