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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 2, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: not salaried; $75 per diem involved in position activities (meetings), other reimbursements available
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: May 19, 2026 - Jun 2, 2026
- Positions: Clay County Soil and Water Board - District 3Clay County Soil and Water Board - District 5Clay County SheriffClay County Soil and Water Board - District 2Clay County Soil and Water Board - District 4...
Job description
SWCDs are local units of government that manage and direct natural resource management programs at the local level. Districts work in both urban and rural settings, with landowners and with other units of government, to carry out a program for the conservation, use, and development of soil, water, and related resources. Supervisors serve on a board of five and are elected at large.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be an eligible voter in Minnesota, 21 upon assuming office, resident in the district for 30 days before general, cannot have filed for another office at the upcoming primary or general election
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 3510 12th Ave S P.O. Box 280 Moorhead, MN 56560
Filing phone number: 218-299-5006
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: $20 or 500 signatures in Petition in Place of Filing Fee
FAQ
How often is Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board elected?
The position of Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board is typically elected every 4 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 Clay County, MN?
$20 or 500 signatures in Petition in Place of Filing Fee
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Where is the filing office?
3510 12th Ave S P.O. Box 280 Moorhead, MN 56560.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 218-299-5006.
How do I get started running for Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board?
You can start running for Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District 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 Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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