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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Apr 6, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $3,000.00 / year (max)
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Blades Town Council
Job description
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a bona fide citizen of the United States and of the State of Delaware and a resident of the Town of Blades for at least six (6) months next preceding the Annual Municipal Election. (b) At least twenty-five (25) years of age; and (c) Each of the qualifications for the Mayor and the Town Councilman shall be continuing qualifications to hold office and the failure of either the Mayor or any of the Town Councilmen to have any of the qualifications required by this Section during his term of office shall create a vacancy in the office. (d) For all purposes of this Charter, the word "freeholder" shall be deemed to include any person who holds fee simple title to real estate either in his own name, as a tenant in common, as a joint tenant, or as a tenant by the entirety.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 20 W 4th Street Blades, DE 19973
Filing phone number: 302-629-7366
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Town Administrator's office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature is typically elected every 2 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Blades City, DE?
No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Town Administrator's office.
Where is the filing office?
20 W 4th Street Blades, DE 19973.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 302-629-7366.
How do I get started running for City Legislature?
You can start running for City Legislature 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 Legislature does not include a primary or runoff election.
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