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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Mar 2, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $16946.88
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Estero Village Council - District 5Estero Village Council - District 4Estero Village Council - District 3Estero Village Council - District 7
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 candidate for Village Council shall be a qualified elector of the Village and must reside in the Village for at least 1 year before the beginning of the qualifying period for the office sought. Each Council member must reside in the district the member represents for the duration of his or her term.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle Estero, FL 33928
Filing phone number: 239-221-5035
Paperwork instructions: Submit oath of office, notification of candidacy, any proof of residency requirements, financial disclosures and interest forms, campaign finance forms, signature petitions, and fee/election assessment to municipal clerk. (Candidate oath must be submitted within ten days of filing campaign finance forms.)
Filing requirements: $677.88 filing fee.
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 Estero City, FL?
$677.88 filing fee.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit oath of office, notification of candidacy, any proof of residency requirements, financial disclosures and interest forms, campaign finance forms, signature petitions, and fee/election assessment to municipal clerk. (Candidate oath must be submitted within ten days of filing campaign finance forms.)
Where is the filing office?
9401 Corkscrew Palms Circle Estero, FL 33928.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 239-221-5035.
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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