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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: May 26, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: May 19, 2026 - May 26, 2026
- Positions: Wirt Town Clerk/CollectorWirt Town SupervisorWirt Town CouncilWirt Town Clerk/Tax Collector (Unexpired Term)Wirt Town Council (Unexpired term)...
Job description
The Township Trustee, sometimes known as Township Supervisor or Township Council member is a member of a multi-person Board charged with general governance of the township and execution of legislative, executive and administrative powers.
Eligibility requirements
Must be an elector of the town.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 8 Willets Ave, Belmont, NY 14813
Filing phone number: 585-268-9295
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: Petitions must be signed by at least 5% of voters of the party residing within the said political unit, as determined by the preceding enrollment, or by at least 2,000 voters for cities/counties with a population of more than 250,000; 1,000 voters for cities/counties with a population of more than 25,000 but not more than 250,000; 500 voters for any other cities/counties/councilmanic districts; 500 voters for any county legislative district; whichever is less.
FAQ
How often is Township Trustee-Township Council elected?
The position of Township Trustee-Township Council is typically elected every 4 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 Wirt town, NY?
Petitions must be signed by at least 5% of voters of the party residing within the said political unit, as determined by the preceding enrollment, or by at least 2,000 voters for cities/counties with a population of more than 250,000; 1,000 voters for cities/counties with a population of more than 25,000 but not more than 250,000; 500 voters for any other cities/counties/councilmanic districts; 500 voters for any county legislative district; whichever is less.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
8 Willets Ave, Belmont, NY 14813.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 585-268-9295.
How do I get started running for Township Trustee-Township Council?
You can start running for Township Trustee-Township Council 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 Township Trustee-Township Council does not include a primary or runoff election.
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