Run for County Legislature//Executive Board in Calhoun County, AL

Election Date: May 26, 2026
Filing Deadline:

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: $33,364/year + $4,800 expense allowance
Filing period: N/A - N/A
Positions:
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Job description

The County Legislature or Executive Board is the governing body of the county and exercises broad policy-making authority. The Board is charged with implementing policy and overseeing the county budget process and allocation.

Eligibility requirements

Must be minimum 18 years old, a state resident for 1 day, a US citizen for 1 day, and a registered voter. Also, candidates must be a qualified elector of the county and may not hold other office while serving as commissioner.

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FAQ

How often is County Legislature//Executive Board elected?

The position of County Legislature//Executive Board is typically elected every 4 years.

What does it mean for an election to be partisan?

Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Calhoun County, AL?

Candidates may either seek nomination by their respective political party or they may attempt to run as an independent candidate. Candidates seeking to represent a major party (defined as those parties which received more than 20% of the vote in the previous general election) need only submit a completed declaration of candidacy (found on their respective party website) and a filing fee of $667.28. Independent and minor-party candidates do not pay the filing fee but must instead circulate a ballot access petition and receive a number of signatures equal to 3% of the number of valid electors of the state who participated in the previous gubernatorial race. Regardless of party affiliation, all candidates must complete and file "Statement of Economic Interest" and "Appointment of Principal Campaign Committee" forms either alongside their other requirements or within 5 days.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the county probate judge's office.

Where is the filing office?

1702 Noble Street, Suite 102, Anniston, Alabama, 36202.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 256-241-2825.

How do I get started running for County Legislature//Executive Board?

You can start running for County Legislature//Executive Board by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!

Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for County Legislature//Executive Board includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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