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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Apr 6, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Williamsfield Village CouncilWilliamsfield Library District BoardWilliamsfield Village ClerkWilliamsfield Village PresidentWilliamsfield Public Library District Board
Job description
The Legislature Chair or President of Council is responsible for overseeing the sessions of the municipal legislature. The chair will monitor and evaluate pending legislative, regulatory and legal actions on an ongoing basis.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a qualified elector of the municipality and one-year residency in the municipality preceding the election.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 200 S Cherry St. Galesburg, IL 61401
Filing phone number: 309-345-3815
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee; Signature requirement: 1% of the total vote cast at the last preceding election in the village for president if candidate is non-partisan. If candidate belongs to an established political party, at least .5% (.005) of the qualified primary electors of his/her party in the village. For positions in a ward/district, the number of required signatures can be no less than 25.
FAQ
How often is City Legislature Chair-President of Council elected?
The position of City Legislature Chair-President of Council is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Williamsfield City, IL?
No filing fee; Signature requirement: 1% of the total vote cast at the last preceding election in the village for president if candidate is non-partisan. If candidate belongs to an established political party, at least .5% (.005) of the qualified primary electors of his/her party in the village. For positions in a ward/district, the number of required signatures can be no less than 25.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
200 S Cherry St. Galesburg, IL 61401.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 309-345-3815.
How do I get started running for City Legislature Chair-President of Council?
You can start running for City Legislature Chair-President of Council 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 Chair-President of Council does not include a primary or runoff election.
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