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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Jan 17, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $1,000 / year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Greenwood 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 at least twenty‑one (21) years of age; and each member shall be a citizen of the United States and of the State of Delaware and a bona fide resident of The Town of Greenwood for at least thirty (30) days prior to the deadline to file to run for Council. For purposes hereof, a person is a “bona fide resident” when that person physically resides within the corporate limits of the Town with the actual intent to make that residence that person’s fixed and permanent home.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 100 W. Market St. Greenwood DE, 19950
Filing phone number: 302-349-4534
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Town Manager'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 Greenwood 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?
100 W. Market St. Greenwood DE, 19950.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 302-349-4534.
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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