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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Sep 5, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $2,000 per year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jul 27, 2025 - Sep 5, 2025
- Positions: Brunswick Town Council - At LargeBrunswick Town Council - District 6Brunswick Town Council - District 2Brunswick Town Council - District 1Brunswick Town Council - District 3...
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
Must be residents of Brunswick, and, if running for a district seat, a resident of that district. Shall not hold any other town office or town employment; no public school teacher shall be eligible to serve.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 85 Union Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
Filing phone number: 207-725-6658
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Town Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates must gather a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 50 signatures. No voter shall sign more than one petition for each office to be filled, and should a voter do so, the signature shall be void except as to the first petition filed.
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature 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 Brunswick Town City, ME?
Candidates must gather a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 50 signatures. No voter shall sign more than one petition for each office to be filled, and should a voter do so, the signature shall be void except as to the first petition filed.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Town Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
85 Union Street, Brunswick, ME 04011.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 207-725-6658.
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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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