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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Jun 9, 2026Filing Deadline: Apr 6, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 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: Mar 7, 2026 - Apr 6, 2026
- Positions: Golden Valley County Commission - District 2Golden Valley County AuditorGolden Valley County SheriffGolden Valley County Recorder/District Court Clerk/Emergency Servcies DirectorGolden Valley County Commission - District 3...
Job description
The Southwest Water Authority (SWA), a political subdivision, was established by the North Dakota State Legislature in 1991. The Southwest Pipeline Project (SWPP) is state owned and administered by the North Dakota State Water Commission (SWC). The SWPP transports raw water from Lake Sakakawea to Dickinson where it is treated and delivered to the project's customers in southwest North Dakota and Perkins County, South Dakota. SWA is responsible for the management, operations and maintenance of the Project.
Eligibility requirements
Directors of the Southwest Water Authority must be qualified voters of the county where the officer is chosen when nominating petitions are filed. (NDCC SS 61-24.5-06).
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 150 1st Ave SE, PO Box 67, Beach, ND 58621
Filing phone number: 701-872-4331
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: Any person who is a resident and qualified elector of the county, who aspires to the office of director of the southwest water authority, shall, before four p.m. of the sixty-fourth day before any primary election preceding a general election at which a director of the authority is to be elected, present to the county auditor a petition giving that person's name, post-office address, and the title of the office of the southwest water authority to which that person is seeking election. The petition must contain the signatures of not less than two percent of the qualified electors of the county as determined by the number of votes cast in the county for the office of director of the southwest water authority at the most recent preceding election at which the office of director of the southwest water authority was voted upon.
FAQ
How often is Water District Board elected?
The position of Water 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 Golden Valley County, ND?
Any person who is a resident and qualified elector of the county, who aspires to the office of director of the southwest water authority, shall, before four p.m. of the sixty-fourth day before any primary election preceding a general election at which a director of the authority is to be elected, present to the county auditor a petition giving that person's name, post-office address, and the title of the office of the southwest water authority to which that person is seeking election. The petition must contain the signatures of not less than two percent of the qualified electors of the county as determined by the number of votes cast in the county for the office of director of the southwest water authority at the most recent preceding election at which the office of director of the southwest water authority was voted upon.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Where is the filing office?
150 1st Ave SE, PO Box 67, Beach, ND 58621.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 701-872-4331.
How do I get started running for Water District Board?
You can start running for Water 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 Water District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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