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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: 6 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: Jan 2, 2025 - Aug 6, 2025
- Positions: Shelton City Council - Ward 4Shelton City Planning and Zoning CommissionShelton City Planning and Zoning Commission AlternateShelton City MayorShelton City Council - Ward 3...
Job description
The City Library Board is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of the library, adopting library policy, reviewing finances, responding to community needs, and planning for the future of the library.
Eligibility requirements
Applicant needs to reside in the district up for election.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 54 Hill Street – First Floor Shelton, CT 06484
Filing phone number: 203-924-1555
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Party Registrar's office.
Filing requirements: (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, or (2) such lesser number of such electors as such party by its rules prescribes, as the case may be.
FAQ
How often is City Library Board elected?
The position of City Library Board is typically elected every 6 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 Shelton City, CT?
(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, or (2) such lesser number of such electors as such party by its rules prescribes, as the case may be.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Party Registrar's office.
Where is the filing office?
54 Hill Street – First Floor Shelton, CT 06484.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 203-924-1555.
How do I get started running for City Library Board?
You can start running for City Library 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 City Library Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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