8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Mar 17, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Cooperstown Village Board
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
Candidates must be a registered voter of the Village and of the political party (if any) they choose to run under
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 140 County Highway 33W, Suite 2, Cooperstown, NY 13326
Filing phone number: 607-547-4247
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: For party affiliated candidates, the number of signatures required on a designating petition shall be five percent of the number of enrolled voters of the party residing in the village. An independent nominating petition for a village office must be signed by at least one hundred voters in villages containing a population of five thousand or more; by at least seventy-five voters in villages containing a population of three thousand and less than five thousand; and by at least fifty voters in villages containing a population of one thousand and less than three thousand; and in villages containing a population of less than one thousand by voters numbering at least five per centum of the number of voters at the last regular village election
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature is typically elected every 3 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 Cooperstown City, NY?
For party affiliated candidates, the number of signatures required on a designating petition shall be five percent of the number of enrolled voters of the party residing in the village. An independent nominating petition for a village office must be signed by at least one hundred voters in villages containing a population of five thousand or more; by at least seventy-five voters in villages containing a population of three thousand and less than five thousand; and by at least fifty voters in villages containing a population of one thousand and less than three thousand; and in villages containing a population of less than one thousand by voters numbering at least five per centum of the number of voters at the last regular village election
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
140 County Highway 33W, Suite 2, Cooperstown, NY 13326.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 607-547-4247.
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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