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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: Dunedin City Commission - Seat 3Dunedin City Commission - Seat 1Dunedin City MayorDunedin City Commission - Seat 4Dunedin City Commission - Seat 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
Any elector of the City who is a resident of the City, having physically resided therein for a period of at least one (1) year immediately prior to the time of qualifying is eligible
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: File a candidate's oath and a request that the candidate's name be printed on the next city election ballot, together with campaign finance reports required by F.S. SS 106.07, and a statement of financial interests required by F.S. SS 112.3145, if applicable, or copies in lieu of originals previously filed. Pay qualifying fee which is 1% of salary. Candidates for the city commission shall each be nominated by petition cards signed personally by not less than 150 qualified voters in the city in the exact manner as the signature of the qualified voter appears on the registration books of the Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections. Signatures must be verified for a fee. Instead of paying qualifying fee, a Candidate may file petition cards containing the signatures of city electors equal in number to one percent of the total registered electors of the city and have them verified for a fee. 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), Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository (Form DS-DE 9) and within 10 days file Statement of Candidate (Form DS-DE 84)
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 Dunedin City, FL?
File a candidate's oath and a request that the candidate's name be printed on the next city election ballot, together with campaign finance reports required by F.S. SS 106.07, and a statement of financial interests required by F.S. SS 112.3145, if applicable, or copies in lieu of originals previously filed. Pay qualifying fee which is 1% of salary. Candidates for the city commission shall each be nominated by petition cards signed personally by not less than 150 qualified voters in the city in the exact manner as the signature of the qualified voter appears on the registration books of the Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections. Signatures must be verified for a fee. Instead of paying qualifying fee, a Candidate may file petition cards containing the signatures of city electors equal in number to one percent of the total registered electors of the city and have them verified for a fee. 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), Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository (Form DS-DE 9) and within 10 days file Statement of Candidate (Form DS-DE 84)
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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