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September 27, 2023
Run for County Legislature//Executive Board in Merrimack County, NH
Election Date: Sep 8, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 12, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 24 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $9,800.00/ year
- Filing period: Jun 3, 2026 - Jun 12, 2026
- Positions: District 1District 1District 2District 2
Job description
The three-member Board of Commissioners (as mandated by NH Statute RSA 28) are part-time elected officials responsible for overall supervision, custody and care of all county departments, buildings and land, and have budgetary oversight of all county expenditures. They are elected into staggered four and two-year terms by the voters of the districts each are assigned to. The annual county budget is prepared by the Commissioners and Departments Heads and submitted to the County Convention for final approval.
Eligibility requirements
To hold any elective office in the state, a person must be a citizen of the United States, either by birth or by naturalization. Must be 18 years of age, a registered voter in the county where you are domiciled, and must have a domicile in the county for which you are chosen. In addition, to hold the office of county commissioner in the counties of Rockingham, Belknap, Grafton, Merrimack, Hillsborough, Cheshire, Sullivan, Coos, and Carroll, a person must have a domicile in the district from which he is elected at the time of his election.
FAQ
How often is County Legislature//Executive Board elected?
The position of County Legislature//Executive Board is typically elected every 2,4 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 Merrimack County, NH?
Filing Fee: $10, or petition signature requirement of 50 (if qualifying without paying filing fee or running independent)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
Where is the filing office?
107 North Main Street, Room 204, Concord, New Hampshire 03301.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 603-271-3242.
How do I get started running for County Legislature//Executive Board?
You can start running for County Legislature//Executive 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 County Legislature//Executive Board includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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