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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jul 16, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 2, 2026 - Jul 16, 2026
- Positions: Free Soil Village PresidentFree Soil Village BoardFree Soil Village TreasurerFree Soil Village Clerk
Job description
The treasurer has custody of all money, bonds other than official bonds filed with the clerk, mortgages, notes, leases, etc. belonging to the village. They receive all money belonging to/receivable by the corporation, keep an account of all receipts and expenditures, collect and keep an account of all taxes and money appropriated, raised, or received for each fund of the village and keep a separate account of each fund, pay check disbursement authorizations, and perform duties related to assessing property and levying taxes.
Eligibility requirements
Candidates must be a qualified elector in the village in which they are seeking election and must not be in debt to the village.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 497 East Free Soil Road, Free Soil, MI 49411
Filing phone number: 231-464-5454
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Township Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Signature requirement is based on district population size as set forth in Michigan code 168.544f, unless otherwise provided by municipal charter; Filing fee is 0 unless otherwise provided by municipal charter.
FAQ
How often is City Treasurer-Finance Officer elected?
The position of City Treasurer-Finance Officer is typically elected every 2 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Free Soil City, MI?
Signature requirement is based on district population size as set forth in Michigan code 168.544f, unless otherwise provided by municipal charter; Filing fee is 0 unless otherwise provided by municipal charter.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Township Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
497 East Free Soil Road, Free Soil, MI 49411.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 231-464-5454.
How do I get started running for City Treasurer-Finance Officer?
You can start running for City Treasurer-Finance Officer 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 Treasurer-Finance Officer does not include a primary or runoff election.
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