8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
Run for Local School Board in Portland, ME
Election Date: Nov 5, 2024Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: District 1District 2District 5Portland School BoardPortland School Board
Job description
The Portland Board of Public Education is responsible for providing educational programs for all of the students in the City of Portland public schools. The School Board has nine members. It establishes the policies that direct programs within the system of 18 public schools. The School Board hires the Superintendent, who supervises and implements those programs and policies.
Eligibility requirements
A Candidate must be at least 18 years of age and a resident and voter in the electoral district which the candidate seeks to represent as of the date that the candidate files nomination petitions in the year of the election.
FAQ
How often is Local School Board elected?
The position of Local School 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 Portland, ME?
Collect at least 150 signatures. Petitions are available from the Department of the Secretary of State, Division of Elections, located at the Burton M. Cross State Office Building, 4th floor, 111 Sewall Street, Augusta, Maine. You may pick up the petitions in person, have another person obtain them for you or have the petitions mailed to you. You may begin circulating petitions January 1st. Signers must be Maine registered voters of the electoral district of the candidate and enrolled in the party named in the petition. Have each petition verified by its circulator - the "Circulator's Oath" must be completed on each petition. Have all signatures certified by the applicable registrar of voters prior to filing with the Secretary of State. Sign the "Candidate's Consent" section of the Candidate's Consent and Certification of Enrollment (a separate form from the petition) before a Notary Public. Have the Registrar of Voters in the municipality where you are registered to vote complete the "Certification of Candidate Enrollment" which is now printed as part of the Candidate's Consent and Certification of Enrollment form. Present the petitions and the "Candidate's Consent and Certification of Enrollment" to the Secretary of State for review on or before 5 p.m., March 15 of the election year. If you wish to be a non-party candidate and are enrolled in a party, you must withdraw from that party on or before March 1st of the election year or by the date you file your petitions, if earlier, and must not have changed parties after January 1st. You must collect at least 300 signatures. Petitions must be submitted to your municipal registrar of voters for certification by 5:00 p.m. on May 25th, and then must be filed with the Secretary of State on or before 5:00 p.m. on June 1st.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Commissioners' office.
Where is the filing office?
142 Federal Street, Portland, ME 04101-4196.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 207-871-8380.
How do I get started running for Local School Board?
You can start running for Local School 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 Local School Board includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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