How to Run for County Agricultural Extension Council in Winneshiek County, IA

A nonpartisan guide to County Agricultural Extension Council in Winneshiek County. Learn the requirements to run for office near you.
Last election
November 8, 2022

About County Agricultural Extension Council

About this position

Council Members represent Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in their county. Members brings an understanding of local issues to important decisions about educational opportunities. Members bring research-based programs in human sciences, agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development, and community and economic development from Iowa State University to your local communities. These programs help citizens solve critical issues affecting their lives. You have the responsibility to be a good steward of taxpayer dollars, investing in educational programs. Members provide mentoring and leadership for county paid staff.
Office level
County
Election frequency
Every 4 years
Affiliation
Nonpartisan

Election type

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

How to run for County Agricultural Extension Council

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    Step 1

    Meet eligibility requirements

    Candidate must be able to eligible to vote, must be a citizen at the time of the election, an a resident of Iowa and the particular township/county you're running for.

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    Step 2

    File for office

    Filing requirements
    As a qualified voter in the County Extension district, you are eligible to be a candidate for county extension council. To qualify as a candidate, you will need to obtain twenty-five (25) signatures on a nominating petition, from the county auditor's office. We would urge you to obtain a few additional signatures, but 30 or 35 will be sufficient. When the petition has been completed, you will need to return it to the county auditor's office and sign an affidavit at that time. The petition must be filed at the auditor's office.
    Filing period
    March 7, 2022 - March 25, 2022
    Paperwork instructions
    Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
    Where to file
    201 W Main St, Decorah, IA 52101
    Filing phone
    563-382-5085
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