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City Executive-Mayor in Forest Lake, Washington County, Minnesota
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- TBD
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City Executive-Mayor
About this position
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.
Position Details
Partisan Type
nonpartisan
Election Frequency
Every 2 years
Eligibility Requirements
Filing fee is $5; signature requirement of either 500 or 5% of the number of votes cast for the office at the previous general election, whichever is less.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $2-$15; signature requirement of ten percent of the total number of individuals voting in the municipality, ward, school district, or other election district at the last preceding municipal, or school district if applicable, general election, or 500, whichever is less. Check with city clerk to confirm filing fee.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
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