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City Executive-Mayor in Newark, Essex County, New Jersey
- Election date
- May 12, 2026
- Filing deadline
- January 1, 2026 - March 9, 2026
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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
Employment Type
Part Time
Salary
$130,000 per year
Partisan Type
nonpartisan
Election Frequency
Every 4 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must be at least 18 years old, be a citizen, and have lived in the municipality for at least 1 year.
Filing Requirements
All candidates must file a petition with the municipal clerk by 4:00pm on the filing deadling. Number of signatures needed is equal to 5% of the total votes cast by political party on the last Primary Election of General Assembly (2% for independents).
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the municipal clerk's office (for party candidates); submit paperwork to the county clerk's office (for independent candidates).
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