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Run for County (Tax) Collector/Treasurer (Joint) in San Francisco County, CA
Election Date: Nov 5, 2024Filing Deadline: Aug 9, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Jul 15, 2024 - Aug 9, 2024
- Positions: San Francisco County Treasurer/Tax Collector
Job description
The County Tax Collector/Treasurer is a joint position responsible for collecting, investing, and disbursing taxes. Additionally, County Tax Collectors account for tax money or taxable property and provide budget projection services for relevant agencies.
Eligibility requirements
Must be a resident of the City and County and an elector at the time that nomination papers are issued to the candidate, and each elected officer shall continue to be an elector during the term of the office.
FAQ
How often is County (Tax) Collector/Treasurer (Joint) elected?
The position of County (Tax) Collector/Treasurer (Joint) 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 San Francisco County, CA?
Filing fee is 1% of the first year salary as of the first day on which a candidate may circulate petitions in-lieu of filing fees; signature requirement if the number of registered voters in the district in which a candidate seeks nomination is 2,000 or more is three signatures of registered voters for each dollar of the filing fee, or 7 percent of the total of registered voters in the district, whichever is less; if the number of registered voters in the district in which a candidate seeks nomination is less than 2,000, requirement is 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 the candidate seeks nomination, whichever is less.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Director of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Pl, San Francisco, CA 94102.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 415-554-4375.
How do I get started running for County (Tax) Collector/Treasurer (Joint)?
You can start running for County (Tax) Collector/Treasurer (Joint) 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 (Tax) Collector/Treasurer (Joint) includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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