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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 2, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 1, 2026 - Jun 2, 2026
- Positions: Hackettstown Town CouncilHackettstown Town Council (Unexpired 1-year term)Hackettstown Town Mayor
Job description
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Eligibility requirements
Must be 18 years of age, a resident of the town for at least 1 year and a U.S. Citizen
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 215 W Stiger St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Filing phone number: 908-852-3130
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the municipal clerk's office (for party candidates); submit paperwork to the county clerk's office (for independent candidates).
Filing requirements: No filing free. Petition Signature requirements: For independent and minor party candidates: 2% of the entire vote cast for members of the General Assembly in the township at the last preceding general election or 100 signatures, whichever is lower; for major party candidates: 5% of the total vote cast in the township by the voters of that political party at the last preceding primary election held for the election of that party's candidates for the General Assembly or 25 signatures, whichever is lower.
FAQ
How often is City Executive-Mayor elected?
The position of City Executive-Mayor is typically elected every 3 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 Hackettstown City, NJ?
No filing free. Petition Signature requirements: For independent and minor party candidates: 2% of the entire vote cast for members of the General Assembly in the township at the last preceding general election or 100 signatures, whichever is lower; for major party candidates: 5% of the total vote cast in the township by the voters of that political party at the last preceding primary election held for the election of that party's candidates for the General Assembly or 25 signatures, whichever is lower.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the municipal clerk's office (for party candidates); submit paperwork to the county clerk's office (for independent candidates).
Where is the filing office?
215 W Stiger St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 908-852-3130.
How do I get started running for City Executive-Mayor?
You can start running for City Executive-Mayor 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 Executive-Mayor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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