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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Oakdale Irrigation District Board - Division 1Oakdale Irrigation District Board - Division 2Oakdale Irrigation District Board - Division 4Oakdale Irrigation District Board - Division 3Oakdale Irrigation District Board - Division 5
Job description
The Irrigation District Board is responsible for overseeing irrigation within the district
Eligibility requirements
At least 18 years of age; a registered voter in the district and division, if any; a citizen of the state of California
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 44 N San Joaquin St, Ste 350, Stockton, CA 95202
Filing phone number: 209-468-8683
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 Irrigation District Board elected?
The position of Irrigation 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 Modesto , 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?
44 N San Joaquin St, Ste 350, Stockton, CA 95202.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 209-468-8683.
How do I get started running for Irrigation District Board?
You can start running for Irrigation 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 Irrigation District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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