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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Mar 9, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: No compensation.
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Belleair Beach City CouncilBelleair Beach City Mayor
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
Qualified elector (registered voter) of Florida; Completed the necessary candidate qualifying documents and either paid the qualifying fee for the position sought or collected the number of petition signatures required for position sought; Registered member of the political party for which he/she is qualifying. (Persons qualifying for offices that are nonpartisan, write-in or running with no party affiliation are not affected by this requirement.) Has not been a registered member of any other political party for 365 days (June 18, 2017) before the beginning of qualifying.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 13001 Starkey Road, Largo, FL 33773
Filing phone number: 727-464-8683
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county supervisor of election's office.
Filing requirements: Signature requirement of 10 eligable voters.
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 Belleair Beach City, FL?
Signature requirement of 10 eligable voters.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county supervisor of election's office.
Where is the filing office?
13001 Starkey Road, Largo, FL 33773.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 727-464-8683.
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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