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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 7, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 13, 2026 - Aug 7, 2026
- Positions: California State Assembly - District 29Boron Community Services District BoardCovelo Community Services District BoardSouthern San Joaquin Municipal Utility District Board - Ward 5Kern Community College District Board - Area 5...
Job description
The Public Utilities or Public Services District Board is responsible for overseeing public utility/public service operations within the district.
Eligibility requirements
A registered voter and resident of the district and division, if any
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1115 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Filing phone number: 661-868-3590
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county registrar of voters' office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is 1% of the annual salary of the office (unless said salary is $2500 or less, for which office there is no filing fee). Petition signature requirement is 20-40 (or 10-20 if filing in a county or district with fewer than 150 voters; if filing via petition in lieu of fee in a county or district with 2000 voters or more: three signatures of registered voters for each dollar of the filing fee, or 7 percent of the total of registered voters in the district in which he or she seeks nomination; if filing via petition in lieu of fee in a county or district with fewer than 2000 voters: three signatures of registered voters for each dollar of the filing fee, or 14 percent of the total of registered voters in the district in which he or she seeks nomination, whichever is less)
FAQ
How often is Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board elected?
The position of Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Kern County, CA?
Filing fee is 1% of the annual salary of the office (unless said salary is $2500 or less, for which office there is no filing fee). Petition signature requirement is 20-40 (or 10-20 if filing in a county or district with fewer than 150 voters; if filing via petition in lieu of fee in a county or district with 2000 voters or more: three signatures of registered voters for each dollar of the filing fee, or 7 percent of the total of registered voters in the district in which he or she seeks nomination; if filing via petition in lieu of fee in a county or district with fewer than 2000 voters: three signatures of registered voters for each dollar of the filing fee, or 14 percent of the total of registered voters in the district in which he or she seeks nomination, whichever is less)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county registrar of voters' office.
Where is the filing office?
1115 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 661-868-3590.
How do I get started running for Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board?
You can start running for Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District 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 Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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