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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Winchester Town ClerkWinchester Town SelectmanWinchester Town ConstableWinchester Town Registrar of VotersWinchester Town Voter Registrar
Job description
The City Board of Selectmen is responsible for the supervision of day-to-day operations of city departments and committees. Additional City Board of Selectmen duties include oversight of recruitment, nomination, and appointment of boards, committees, and commissions; preparation, monitoring, and execution of the city budget; and serving as main advisor on overall governmental operations.
Eligibility requirements
Must be an elector and resident of the city and district/ward if applicable.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 338 Main St., 2nd Floor, Winsted, CT 06098
Filing phone number: D: 860-379-2714 ext. 355; R: 860-379-2714 ext. 354
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Party Registrar's office.
Filing requirements: Filing Fee = $0; petition signature requirement of 5% of the electors whose names appear upon the last-completed enrollment list of such party in such municipality or in such political subdivision.
FAQ
How often is City Board of Selectmen elected?
The position of City Board of Selectmen 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 Winchester Town City, CT?
Filing Fee = $0; petition signature requirement of 5% of the electors whose names appear upon the last-completed enrollment list of such party in such municipality or in such political subdivision.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Party Registrar's office.
Where is the filing office?
338 Main St., 2nd Floor, Winsted, CT 06098.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling D: 860-379-2714 ext. 355; R: 860-379-2714 ext. 354.
How do I get started running for City Board of Selectmen?
You can start running for City Board of Selectmen 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 Board of Selectmen does not include a primary or runoff election.
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