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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $44,421
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Crawford County EngineerCrawford County RecorderCrawford County TreasurerCrawford County CommissionCrawford County Auditor...
Job description
The board of county commissioners are the county government's taxing, budgeting, appropriating, and purchasing authority. They hold title to county property. Individual commissioners have no power to act independently - all formal and official actions must be taken by the board of county commissioners acting as a body by majority or unanimous vote.
Eligibility requirements
maximum age: 70 years, must be a qualified elector residing in the district, must be admitted to practice as an attorney in this state and have, for a total of six years preceding the commencement of the term, engaged in the practice of law in Ohio or served as a judge of a court of record in any jurisdiction in the U.S., or both
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 112 East Mansfield Street, Suite A, Bucyrus, OH 44820
Filing phone number: 419-562-8721
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: $80 fee, 50 signatures (major party candidates), 25 signatures (minor party candidates). 25 signatures or fewer (independent candidates, will be 5% of number of votes cast in county for last general election for governor or 25, whichever is smaller)
FAQ
How often is County Legislature-Executive Board elected?
The position of County Legislature-Executive Board 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 Crawford County County, OH?
$80 fee, 50 signatures (major party candidates), 25 signatures (minor party candidates). 25 signatures or fewer (independent candidates, will be 5% of number of votes cast in county for last general election for governor or 25, whichever is smaller)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
112 East Mansfield Street, Suite A, Bucyrus, OH 44820.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 419-562-8721.
How do I get started running for County Legislature-Executive Board?
You can start running for County Legislature-Executive 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 County Legislature-Executive Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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