Run for City Manager//First Selectmen in Orange

Election Date: Sep 9, 2025
Filing Deadline: Aug 6, 2025

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Election Details

Office level: town
Length of term: 2 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Jan 2, 2025 - Aug 6, 2025
Positions:
Orange Town First Selectman
Orange Town First Selectman

Job description

The City Manager or First Selectmen serves as the chief executive of city government and is responsible for city staff, departments, and carrying out the city council's laws while aiding the council. The City Manager or First Selectmen carries out the administrative and executive duties of city government.

Eligibility requirements

Must be an elector and resident of the city and district/ward if applicable.

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FAQ

How often is City Manager//First Selectmen elected?

The position of City Manager//First 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 Orange?

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?

617 Orange Center Road Orange, CT 06477.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling D: 203-891-4715; R: 203-891-4716.

How do I get started running for City Manager//First Selectmen?

You can start running for City Manager//First 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 Manager//First Selectmen includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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