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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: N/A 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: Crawford County Register of DeedsCrawford County ClerkWildcat Extension District 14 BoardKansas House of Representatives - District 37Crawford County Attorney...
Job description
The county clerk shall:
(a) Keep the clerk's office at the county seat;
(b) attend the sessions of the board of county commissioners, either in person or by deputy;
(c) keep the seals, records and papers of the board of commissioners;
(d) sign the records of the proceedings of the board of commissioners, and attest the same with the seal of the county; and
(e) have the general powers of a notary public in the performance of all notarial acts.
Eligibility requirements
Must be an elector and resident on election date and when taking office
Filing instructions
Filing office address: PO Box 249 Girard, Kansas
Filing phone number: 620-724-6115
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: $5 or 1% of salary, $35 GEC/SOS fee, $40 or 1% + $35 for filing requirements.3% of party or 4% of voters for petition requirements
FAQ
How often is County Clerk elected?
The position of County Clerk is typically elected every N/A 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 Crawford County County, KS?
$5 or 1% of salary, $35 GEC/SOS fee, $40 or 1% + $35 for filing requirements.3% of party or 4% of voters for petition requirements
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
PO Box 249 Girard, Kansas.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 620-724-6115.
How do I get started running for County Clerk?
You can start running for County Clerk 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 County Clerk does not include a primary or runoff election.
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