The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Must be a citizen of the United States of America, at least eighteen years of age, and a resident of the village.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: For candidates running for party nomination: 5% of enrolled voters of the party in the town or 500, whichever is less; for independent candidates: 5% of the total number of votes cast for governor at the last gubernatorial election in the town or 1500, whichever is less
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.