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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $14,500.00/ year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Rocky Hill Town Registrar of VotersRocky Hill Town MayorRocky Hill Town Zoning Appeals BoardRocky Hill Town Zoning Appeals Board AlternateRocky Hill Town Assessment Appeals Board...
Job description
The Registrar of Voters is responsible for the administration of all local, state and national elections; the registration of all eligible voters; and the conduct of primaries and referendums.
Eligibility requirements
Each registrar of voters shall reside in the municipality for which the registrar of voters is elected. You must be at least eighteen years old and shall reside in the municipality from which you are elected. Party candidates must be registered with said party.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 30 Trinity Street Hartford, CT 06172
Filing phone number: 860-509-6200
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Filing requirements: No Filing Fee. Major party candidates must be nominated by their respective party to appear on ballot (Party Endorsement). Any such candidacy shall be filed by filing with the registrar within the applicable time specified in section 9-405 a petition signed by (1) at least five per cent of the electors whose names appear upon the last-completed enrollment list of such party in such municipality or in such political subdivision, senatorial district or assembly district, or (2) such lesser number of such electors as such party by its rules prescribes, as the case may be (Party Petition). For Third party or Independent Candidacies each petition shall be signed by a number of qualified electors equal to the lesser of (1) One percent of the votes cast for the same office(s) at the last preceding election, or (2) seven thousand five hundred. In regards to newly-created offices, the number of qualified electors is prescribed in § 9-380.
FAQ
How often is City Registrar of Voters elected?
The position of City Registrar of Voters 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 Rocky Hill Town City, CT?
No Filing Fee. Major party candidates must be nominated by their respective party to appear on ballot (Party Endorsement). Any such candidacy shall be filed by filing with the registrar within the applicable time specified in section 9-405 a petition signed by (1) at least five per cent of the electors whose names appear upon the last-completed enrollment list of such party in such municipality or in such political subdivision, senatorial district or assembly district, or (2) such lesser number of such electors as such party by its rules prescribes, as the case may be (Party Petition). For Third party or Independent Candidacies each petition shall be signed by a number of qualified electors equal to the lesser of (1) One percent of the votes cast for the same office(s) at the last preceding election, or (2) seven thousand five hundred. In regards to newly-created offices, the number of qualified electors is prescribed in § 9-380.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
30 Trinity Street Hartford, CT 06172.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 860-509-6200.
How do I get started running for City Registrar of Voters?
You can start running for City Registrar of Voters 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 Registrar of Voters does not include a primary or runoff election.
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