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Election Date: May 17, 2025Filing Deadline: Apr 12, 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 12, 2025
- Positions: Whitman Town Public Works CommissionWhitman Town Health BoardWhitman Town Planning BoardWhitman Town AssessorWhitman Town Library Board...
Job description
The Public Works Commissioner is primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of town highways and bridges, and the removal of obstructions caused by brush and snow. The Commissioner generally has the power to hire, subject to appropriations established by the town board, and direct highway department employees for those purposes.
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: 54 South Avenue, Whitman, MA 02382
Filing phone number: 781-618-9710
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 City Public Works Commissioner elected?
The position of City Public Works Commissioner 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 Whitman 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?
54 South Avenue, Whitman, MA 02382.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 781-618-9710.
How do I get started running for City Public Works Commissioner?
You can start running for City Public Works Commissioner 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 Public Works Commissioner does not include a primary or runoff election.
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