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September 27, 2023
Run for Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board in Roosevelt County, NM
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 26, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: local
- 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: Aug 26, 2025 - Aug 26, 2025
- Positions: Roosevelt Hospital Board - District 1Roosevelt Hospital Board - District 2
Job description
The Healthcare or Hospital District Board is responsible for overseeing healthcare/hospital operations within the district. The Board's duties include monitoring performance, reviewing and approving financial plans and programs, and implementing ethical policies that ensure compliance with governmental and regulatory standards.
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: 109 West 1st Street, Lobby Box 4, Portales, NM 88130
Filing phone number: 575-356-8562
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 Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board elected?
The position of Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board 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 Roosevelt 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?
109 West 1st Street, Lobby Box 4, Portales, NM 88130.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 575-356-8562.
How do I get started running for Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board?
You can start running for Healthcare District Board-Hospital 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 Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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