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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 22, 2025
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: Aug 18, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025
- Positions: Hahira City Council - District 1Hahira City Council - District 4Hahira City Council - District 2Hahira City Council - District 3Hahira 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
No person shall be eligible to serve as mayor or councilmember unless that person shall have been a resident of the city for 12 months prior to the date of election of mayor or members of the council; each shall continue to reside therein during that member's period of service and to be registered and qualified to vote in municipal elections of this city.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 112 South Church Street, Hahira, GA 31632
Filing phone number: 229-794-2330
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Municipal Clerk's office.
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 Hahira City, GA?
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Municipal Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
112 South Church Street, Hahira, GA 31632.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 229-794-2330.
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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