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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 6, 2025Filing Deadline: Mar 27, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Dec 12, 2024 - Mar 27, 2025
- Positions: Lake County Commission - District 3Montana State Senate - District 47Lake County Commission - District 2Jocko Irrigation Board CommissionLake County Justice of the Peace...
Job description
The Fire District Board is responsible for overseeing fire fighting and prevention operations within the district.
Eligibility requirements
An elector, as defined in MT 13-1-101, who resides in the district or any holder of title to lands within the district may file a declaration of candidacy for the office of trustee.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 106 4th Ave E, Room 121, Polson, MT 59860
Filing phone number: 406-883-7268
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office
Filing requirements: Filing Fee: For offices having an annual salary of $2,500 or less and candidates for the legislature, $15; For county offices having an annual salary of more than $2,500, 0.5% of the total annual salary; For other offices having an annual salary of more than $2,500, 1% of the total annual salary; For offices in which compensation is paid in fees, $10; For officers of political parties, presidential electors, and officers who receive no salary or fees, no filing fee is required. If candidate is unable to pay filing fee; they must submit a petition containing signatures totalling 5% of the vote cast for the successful candidate for the same office at the last general election.
FAQ
How often is Fire District Board elected?
The position of Fire District 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 Lake County, MT?
Filing Fee: For offices having an annual salary of $2,500 or less and candidates for the legislature, $15; For county offices having an annual salary of more than $2,500, 0.5% of the total annual salary; For other offices having an annual salary of more than $2,500, 1% of the total annual salary; For offices in which compensation is paid in fees, $10; For officers of political parties, presidential electors, and officers who receive no salary or fees, no filing fee is required. If candidate is unable to pay filing fee; they must submit a petition containing signatures totalling 5% of the vote cast for the successful candidate for the same office at the last general election.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office
Where is the filing office?
106 4th Ave E, Room 121, Polson, MT 59860.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 406-883-7268.
How do I get started running for Fire District Board?
You can start running for Fire 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 Fire District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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