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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 9, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $2,000.00 / year (max)
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Georgetown Town MayorGeorgetown Town Council - Ward 4Georgetown Town Council - Ward 3
Job description
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be at least twenty one (21) years of age, a citizen of the United States and of the State of Delaware and a bona fide resident of The Town of Georgetown. A person is a ‘bona fide resident’ of the town when he/she physically resides within the corporate limits of the town and continues to make that residence his/her fixed and permanent home.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 39 The Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947
Filing phone number: 302-856-7391
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Town Manager's office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
FAQ
How often is City Executive-Mayor elected?
The position of City Executive-Mayor 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 Georgetown City, DE?
No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Town Manager's office.
Where is the filing office?
39 The Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 302-856-7391.
How do I get started running for City Executive-Mayor?
You can start running for City Executive-Mayor 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 Executive-Mayor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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