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Run for City Executive//Mayor in Lexington, IL

Election Date: Feb 25, 2025
Filing Deadline: Nov 25, 2024

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Election Details

Office level: city
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: nonpartisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Nov 18, 2024 - Nov 25, 2024
Positions:
Lexington City Mayor
Lexington City Mayor

Job description

The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.

Eligibility requirements

Qualified elector/registered voter. One year resident of the township. A person is not eligible to hold any office if that person, at the time required for taking the oath of office, has been convicted in any court located in the United States of any infamous crime, bribery, perjury, or other felony.

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FAQ

How often is City Executive//Mayor elected?

The position of City Executive//Mayor 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 Lexington, IL?

Filing fee = $0; petition signature requirement of Not less than 5%, nor more than 8% (or 50 more than the minimum, whichever is greater) of the number of persons, who voted at the next preceding regular election in such district or political subdivision

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

115 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 309-888-5190.

How do I get started running for City Executive//Mayor?

You can start running for City Executive//Mayor 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 Executive//Mayor includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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