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September 27, 2023
Run for City Legislature in South Portland, ME
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Sep 6, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $3000/annually
- Filing period: Aug 23, 2025 - Sep 6, 2025
- Positions: South Portland City Council - At Large
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
Councilmen shall be qualified electors of the city, be residents of the districts from which they are elected, and remain inhabitants of the city during their term(s) of office. They shall hold no office of emolument or profit nor any position of employment in any city department, including but not limited to the department of education, whether full or part time, under the city charter or ordinances. If a councilman shall cease to be a qualified elector of the city or shall cease to remain an inhabitant of the city during his term of office or shall be convicted of crime involving moral turpitude,his office shall immediately become vacant.
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 South Portland, ME?
100 qualified voters in the City
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
25 Cottage Road, South Portland, ME 04106.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 207-767-3201.
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 includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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