8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
Run for City Legislature in Roseland
Election Date: May 5, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: town
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Roseland Town CouncilRoseland Town Council
Job description
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a registered voter. Must have resided within the city for at least 1 year prior to election, and within the district sought for at least 6 months prior to eleciton. 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 of the US armed forces.
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature 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 Roseland?
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?
101 South Main St, Courthouse Basement, South Bend, IN 46601.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 574-235-9559.
How do I get started running for City Legislature?
You can start running for City Legislature 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 includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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