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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 31, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: city
- 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: Apr 3, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
- Positions: Mandan City MayorMandan City Park District BoardMandan City JudgeMandan City Commission
Job description
Administrative decisions for the county are not made by full-time employees of the county, but by an elected governing board of three or five Commissioners. They serve as the elected ruling body of the county government structure and typically meet once to twice a month as determined by the commission. They are responsible for the county budget, county road department, social service administration and many other county concerns. Commissioners in North Dakota can be elected at-large or in commissioner districts, depending upon the county.
Eligibility requirements
A person shall be eligible to the office of city commissioner if he or she is a qualified voter of the city and a resident of the city for at least 9 months preceding the election. (NDCC SS 40- 13-01).
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 205 2nd Avenue NW, Mandan
Filing phone number: 701-667-3215
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates for city offices must file petitions/Certificates of Nomination containing the signatures of qualified electors equal to not less than 10% of the number of qualified voters who voted for that office in the last city election, however not more than 300 are required. The minimum number of valid signatures required for the City Commissioner is 300. The City suggests that more than 300 valid signatures are obtained and petitions are turned in at least one day before the deadline (some signatures may be eliminated if not from valid city residents or duplicates) to allow for those which are invalid for various reasons.
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature 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 Mandan City, ND?
Candidates for city offices must file petitions/Certificates of Nomination containing the signatures of qualified electors equal to not less than 10% of the number of qualified voters who voted for that office in the last city election, however not more than 300 are required. The minimum number of valid signatures required for the City Commissioner is 300. The City suggests that more than 300 valid signatures are obtained and petitions are turned in at least one day before the deadline (some signatures may be eliminated if not from valid city residents or duplicates) to allow for those which are invalid for various reasons.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Auditor's office.
Where is the filing office?
205 2nd Avenue NW, Mandan.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 701-667-3215.
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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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