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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Mar 13, 2026
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: Mar 2, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
- Positions: Nevada State Assembly - District 5Douglas County Mosquito Abatement District BoardEast Fork Swimming Pool District BoardZephyr Heights General Improvement District BoardNevada District Court Judge - District 9, Department 2...
Job description
The Improvement District Board is responsible for improving the community by bettering conditions for existing businesses and attracting new growth.
Eligibility requirements
No person may be a candidate for any office unless, for at least the 30 days immediately preceding the date of the close of filing of declarations of candidacy for the office which the person seeks, the person has, actually, as opposed to constructively, resided in the State, district, county, township or other area prescribed by law to which the office pertains and, if elected, over which he or she will have jurisdiction or will represent.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1616 8th Street, 2nd Floor, P.O. Box 218 Minden, Nevada 89423-0218
Filing phone number: 775-782-9014
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee: $30. No petition signature requirement.
FAQ
How often is Improvement District Board elected?
The position of Improvement 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 Douglas County, NV?
Filing fee: $30. No petition signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
1616 8th Street, 2nd Floor, P.O. Box 218 Minden, Nevada 89423-0218.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 775-782-9014.
How do I get started running for Improvement District Board?
You can start running for 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 Improvement District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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