8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 22, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $100/meeting
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Aug 18, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025
- Positions: Pelham City School Board - District 1Pelham City School Board - District 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
No person shall offer for election to the Board unless that person resides in the district from which that person offers for election. A member of the Board must continue to reside in the district from which that person is elected during that member's term of office, and upon removing such residence from that district that member shall thereby create a vacancy in that office.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 108 Hand Ave W, Pelham, GA 31779
Filing phone number: 229-294-7900 ext. 224
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Election's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee of 3% of the total gross salary of the office paid in the preceding calendar year. 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 Pelham City School District, GA?
Filing fee of 3% of the total gross salary of the office paid in the preceding calendar year. 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?
108 Hand Ave W, Pelham, GA 31779.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 229-294-7900 ext. 224.
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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