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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing 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: Otterbien Town Clerk/TreasurerOtterbein Town Council
Job description
The City Clerk/Treasurer is the official responsible for maintaining city records as well as overseeing the financial operations of the city.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be registered to vote in the city and any relevant election district of the office sought by filing deadline. Must have resided within the city for at least 1 year. Cannot be convicted and sentenced of, nor have plead guilty or nolo contendere to any felony charges (unless it has been pardoned, reversed, vacated, set aside, the guilty plea unaccepted by jury, or expunged under state law). Cannot be an active-service member US armed forces.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: Benton County: 706 E. 5th Street, Suite 37, Fowler, IN 47944; Tippecanoe County: 20 North 3rd St, Lafayette, IN 47901
Filing phone number: Benton County: 765-884-0930; Tippecanoe County: 765-423-9303
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Filing requirements: No filing fee. No signature requirement for Democratic, Republican, or Libertarian Candidates. However, candidate must file a declaration of candidacy and statement of economic interest (CAN-12) with the county election board. For Independent and minor party candidates signature requirement is 2% of the total votes cast for secretary of state at the last election held for that office in the district the candidate seeks to represent.
FAQ
How often is City Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) elected?
The position of City Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) 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 Otterbein City, IN?
No filing fee. No signature requirement for Democratic, Republican, or Libertarian Candidates. However, candidate must file a declaration of candidacy and statement of economic interest (CAN-12) with the county election board. For Independent and minor party candidates signature requirement is 2% of the total votes cast for secretary of state at the last election held for that office in the district the candidate seeks to represent.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Where is the filing office?
Benton County: 706 E. 5th Street, Suite 37, Fowler, IN 47944; Tippecanoe County: 20 North 3rd St, Lafayette, IN 47901.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling Benton County: 765-884-0930; Tippecanoe County: 765-423-9303.
How do I get started running for City Clerk/Treasurer (Joint)?
You can start running for City Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) 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 Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) does not include a primary or runoff election.
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