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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 5, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $84,928 / year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 26, 2026 - Aug 5, 2026
- Positions: Texarkana City Council - Ward 1Texarkana City Council - Ward 2Texarkana City Council - Ward 5Texarkana City Council - Ward 3Texarkana City Mayor...
Job description
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.
Eligibility requirements
Candidates running for municipal office in a city with a city manager form of government must be a U.S. citizen and qualified elector; at least 21 years old; a resident of the municipality for at least thirty (30) days prior to the election; and never have been convicted of embezzlement of public money, bribery, forgery, or other infamous crime.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 400 Laurel Street, Suite 105 Texarkana, AR 71854
Filing phone number: 870-774-1501
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's Elections office.
Filing requirements: A municipal candidate in a city manager form of government must file a petition, a political practices pledge, and an affidavit of eligibility. The petition must be signed by not less than 50 qualified electors of the municipality.
FAQ
How often is City Executive-Mayor elected?
The position of City Executive-Mayor 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 Texarkana City, AR?
A municipal candidate in a city manager form of government must file a petition, a political practices pledge, and an affidavit of eligibility. The petition must be signed by not less than 50 qualified electors of the municipality.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's Elections office.
Where is the filing office?
400 Laurel Street, Suite 105 Texarkana, AR 71854.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 870-774-1501.
How do I get started running for City Executive-Mayor?
You can start running for City Executive-Mayor 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 City Executive-Mayor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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