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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Apr 28, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Smyrna Town Council - At LargeSmyrna Town Council - District 3Smyrna City MayorSmyrna Town Council - District 1Smyrna Town Council - District 2
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 21 years of age, shall not have been convicted of a felony, shall have been a bona-fide domiciliary of the Town for at least one year prior to the date of the election, and shall be otherwise qualified to vote at the annual Town election as provided in subsection 5.5.2. Additionally, any candidate for a representative district Council seat shall have been a bona-fide domiciliary of his/her representative district for at least one year.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 27 S Market St Plaza, Smyrna, DE 19977
Filing phone number: 302-653-9231
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 3 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 Smyrna 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?
27 S Market St Plaza, Smyrna, DE 19977.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 302-653-9231.
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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