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Township Trustee-Township Council in Jefferson township, Morris County, New Jersey
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- January 1, 2026 - June 2, 2026
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Township Trustee-Township Council
About this position
The Township Trustee, sometimes known as Township Supervisor or Township Councilmember, is a member of a multi-person board charged with general governance of the township and execution of legislative, executive and administrative powers.
Position Details
Employment Type
Part Time
Partisan Type
partisan
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.
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