8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Jal Municipal Court JudgeJal Special Hospital District - Position 2Jal Special Hospital District - Position 1Jal City Council
Job description
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Eligibility requirements
No person shall become a candidate in a regular local election unless the person physically resides within the boundaries of the district or districted area in which the person desires to be elected or to represent and the person's record of voter registration shows that the person is both a qualified elector of the state and was registered to vote in the area to be elected to represent on the date the proclamation calling a local election is filed in the office of the secretary of state. Additionally, a candidate must either not have a felony conviction or must have presented the governor with a certificate verifying the completion of the sentence and have been granted a pardon or a certificate by the governor restoring their full rights of citizenship.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 100 North Main Avenue, Suite 1C, Lovington, NM 88260
Filing phone number: 575-396-8619
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 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 Jal City, 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?
100 North Main Avenue, Suite 1C, Lovington, NM 88260.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 575-396-8619.
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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