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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 28, 2026
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: Aug 17, 2026 - Aug 28, 2026
- Positions: Butte Water and Soil Conservation District BoardButte County Prosecuting AttorneyButte County Council - District 2Butte County CoronerButte County District Court Clerk...
Job description
Supervisors promote conservation and protection of natural resources, and use state and local funding for conservation and education programs, to identify local natural resource conservation needs, and to provide services to land owners. The Board meets monthly to discuss conservation issues, to implement conservation projects, and conduct District business.
Eligibility requirements
All supervisors shall be landowners or farmers of the district where they are elected or appointed and shall be registered to vote in the state of Idaho.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: PO Box 737 Arco ID 83213-0737
Filing phone number: 208-527-3021
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates for election in any political subdivision in Idaho shall be nominated by nominating petitions, each of which shall bear the name of the nominee, the office for which the nomination is made, the term for which nomination is made, bear the signature of not less than five (5) electors of the candidate's specific zone or district of the political subdivision, and be filed with the clerk of the political subdivision.
FAQ
How often is Water District Board elected?
The position of Water District 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 Butte County, ID?
Candidates for election in any political subdivision in Idaho shall be nominated by nominating petitions, each of which shall bear the name of the nominee, the office for which the nomination is made, the term for which nomination is made, bear the signature of not less than five (5) electors of the candidate's specific zone or district of the political subdivision, and be filed with the clerk of the political subdivision.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
PO Box 737 Arco ID 83213-0737.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 208-527-3021.
How do I get started running for Water District Board?
You can start running for Water District 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 Water District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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