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
Candidate must have residency in county, be registered to vote in county, and above age of 18
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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 Sullivan County, NH?
Declaration of candidacy, report spending if amount is more than $500, $10 filing fee, and 50 primary petition signatures. For all individuals who intend to be a candidate in their general election from a political organization and for political organizations who wish to have the names of their candidates placed on the general election ballot, all candidates MUST pay the administrative assessment fee AND file the required nomination papers. No person shall file declarations of candidacy or primary petitions for nominations at the primary for incompatible offices.
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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