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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 6, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 2, 2025 - Aug 6, 2025
- Positions: Easton Town Tax CollectorEaston Town Finance BoardEaston Town Assessment Appeals BoardEaston Town TreasurerEaston Town Selectman...
Job description
N/A
Eligibility requirements
U.S. Citizen, 18 yrs of age and a bona-fide city resident.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 225 Center Rd, Easton, CT 06612
Filing phone number: 203-268-6291
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Party Registrar's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates can seek to appear on ballot via nomination (15 percent of votes cast), and then file Certificate of Party Endorsement. To appear via petition, gather signatures equal to 2 percent of major party members, 1 percent of minor party members, or 1 percent of votes cast for office for independent candidates.
FAQ
How often is Town Clerk (as separate from city clerk - CT only) elected?
The position of Town Clerk (as separate from city clerk - CT only) is typically elected every 2 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 Easton Town City, CT?
Candidates can seek to appear on ballot via nomination (15 percent of votes cast), and then file Certificate of Party Endorsement. To appear via petition, gather signatures equal to 2 percent of major party members, 1 percent of minor party members, or 1 percent of votes cast for office for independent candidates.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Party Registrar's office.
Where is the filing office?
225 Center Rd, Easton, CT 06612.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 203-268-6291.
How do I get started running for Town Clerk (as separate from city clerk - CT only)?
You can start running for Town Clerk (as separate from city clerk - CT only) 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 Town Clerk (as separate from city clerk - CT only) does not include a primary or runoff election.
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