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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 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: Buford City School Board - Post 5Buford City School Board - Post 3Buford City School Board - Post 1Buford City School Board - Post 4Buford City School Board - Post 2
Job description
Local school board members are responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, typically including employment decisions regarding a district superintendent.
Eligibility requirements
You must be eligible to vote in the election in which you are a candidate (must be a registered voter). You must have been a legal resident of the City of Buford for at least six (6) months. You must be a citizen of the United States. You have never been convicted and sentenced in any court of competent jurisdiction for a fraudulent violation of primary or election laws, malfeasance in office, or felony involving moral turpitude or conviction of domestic violence in the laws of this state of the United States, or, if so convicted, that your civil rights have been restored, and at least ten years have elapsed from the date of the completion of the sentence.You must not be a defaulter for any federal, state, county, municipal, or school system taxes. You must pay the applicable filing fees at the time of qualifying.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 2300 Buford Highway, Buford, Georgia 30518
Filing phone number: 770-945-6761
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Election's office.
Filing requirements: $35 filing fee. In lieu of filing fee candidates may collect signatures that are equivalent to 1% of the total number of registered voters eligible to vote in the last election
FAQ
How often is Local School Board elected?
The position of Local School Board 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 Buford City School District, GA?
$35 filing fee. In lieu of filing fee candidates may collect signatures that are equivalent to 1% of the total number of registered voters eligible to vote in the last election
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Election's office.
Where is the filing office?
2300 Buford Highway, Buford, Georgia 30518.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 770-945-6761.
How do I get started running for Local School Board?
You can start running for Local School Board 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 Local School Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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