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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 6 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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Doña Ana County Probate JudgeNew Mexico State Senate - District 13Lower Rio Grande Public Water Works Authority Director - Position 6Doña Ana Soil and Water Conversation District - Position 5Doña Ana Soil and Water Conversation District - Position 1...
Job description
The Soil and Water District Board, or Water Improvement District Board, is responsible for overseeing soil and watersheds within the district, and making plans and proposals to maintain and improve their quality.
Eligibility requirements
The governing body of a district shall be composed of five supervisors who shall be residents of the district and shall be elected pursuant to the provisions of the Local Election Act [Chapter 1, Article 22 NMSA 1978]; provided, however, that two additional supervisors may be appointed to the governing body of each district by the commission in accordance with the provisions of the Soil and Water Conservation District Act. Four elected supervisor positions of each district shall be filled by landowners within the defined geographical area of their district. One elected supervisor position shall be designated supervisor-at-large, and the supervisor filling that position may serve the district without landowner qualification.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 845 North Motel Boulevard, Las Cruces, NM 88007
Filing phone number: 575-647-7421
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Declaration of Candidacy, Affidavit of Designee for Filing (if someone files on behalf of candidate)
FAQ
How often is Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board elected?
The position of Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board is typically elected every 6 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 Doña Ana County, NM?
Declaration of Candidacy, Affidavit of Designee for Filing (if someone files on behalf of candidate)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
845 North Motel Boulevard, Las Cruces, NM 88007.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 575-647-7421.
How do I get started running for Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board?
You can start running for Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement 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 Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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