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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 6, 2025Filing Deadline: Apr 1, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - Apr 1, 2025
- Positions: Danvers Town Meeting Board - Precinct 7Danvers Town Meeting Board - Precinct 6Danvers Town Meeting Board - Precinct 4Danvers Town Meeting Board - Precinct 3Danvers Town Meeting Board - Precinct 1...
Job description
The Town Meeting board member represents a local area at the regular legislative Town Meeting and is responsible for voting on the town operating budget, town bylaws and zoning, and other ordinances, taxes, and budgets.
Eligibility requirements
must be a registered voter in MA, 18-years-old, US citizen, and a resident of the municipality
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923
Filing phone number: 978-777-0001 ext. 3051
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Town Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: 1% of the entire vote cast for governor at the preceding biennial state election in the electoral district or division for which the officers are to be elected
FAQ
How often is Town Meeting Board elected?
The position of Town Meeting Board is typically elected every 3 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 Danvers Town City, MA?
1% of the entire vote cast for governor at the preceding biennial state election in the electoral district or division for which the officers are to be elected
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Town Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 978-777-0001 ext. 3051.
How do I get started running for Town Meeting Board?
You can start running for Town Meeting Board 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 Town Meeting Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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