The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Candidate must be at least 21 years of age, a resident of the city for at least 1 year prior to election, and a qualified voter in the city.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee: $50. Signature requirement: candidate's signature & signature of at least 2 registered voters of same party from the district/jurisdiction from which candidate seeks nomination.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Jefferson County Election Center's office.