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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 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: DeBary City Council - Seat 2DeBary City Council - Seat 1DeBary City Council - Seat 5DeBary City Council - Seat 3DeBary City Council - Seat 4
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
Each member of the Council shall be a registered elector of the City and shall have resided within the corporate limits of the municipality for a minimum of one year prior to qualifying for election.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1750 S. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, FL 32720
Filing phone number: 386-736-5930
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county supervisor of election's office.
Filing requirements: File petition signed by at least 25 duly registered, qualified electors of the city. Each elector signing a petition shall add to his signature the date of signing. All signatures shall be made with ink. File an affidavit stating the candidate's name and the office for which they are seeking election, and the number of signatures and that they are signed by those people. Law requires that a candidate must also file the following: Form 1 Statement of Financial Interests, Loyalty Oath and Oath of Candidate (Form DS-DE 25 for Non Partisan Office), Assessment fee, Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository (Form DS-DE 9) and Statement of Candidate (Form DS-DE 84), unless you have already filed these forms.
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature is typically elected every 4 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 DeBary City, FL?
File petition signed by at least 25 duly registered, qualified electors of the city. Each elector signing a petition shall add to his signature the date of signing. All signatures shall be made with ink. File an affidavit stating the candidate's name and the office for which they are seeking election, and the number of signatures and that they are signed by those people. Law requires that a candidate must also file the following: Form 1 Statement of Financial Interests, Loyalty Oath and Oath of Candidate (Form DS-DE 25 for Non Partisan Office), Assessment fee, Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository (Form DS-DE 9) and Statement of Candidate (Form DS-DE 84), unless you have already filed these forms.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county supervisor of election's office.
Where is the filing office?
1750 S. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, FL 32720.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 386-736-5930.
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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