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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Aug 25, 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: Jul 16, 2026 - Aug 25, 2026
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Job description
The Soil and Water District Board, or Water Improvement District Board, is responsible for overseeing soil and watersheds within the district, and making plans and proposals to maintain and improve their quality.
Eligibility requirements
Be a registered voter, a resident of the zone that is being represented, and actively manage 10 or more acres within the district boundaries, or actively manage 10 or more acres within the zone boundaries being represented, and reside within the district boundaries. Or, be a registered voter, and reside with the zone that is being represented, and have served at least one-year as a director or an associate director of an Oregon SWCD, and have a conservation plan approved by the SWCD.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1995 3rd St., Suite 150 Baker City, OR 97814-3365
Filing phone number: 541-523-8207
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: 10 signatures.
FAQ
How often is Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board elected?
The position of Soil and Water District Board-Watershed 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 Baker County, OR?
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: 10 signatures.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
1995 3rd St., Suite 150 Baker City, OR 97814-3365.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 541-523-8207.
How do I get started running for Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board?
You can start running for Soil and Water District Board-Watershed 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 Soil and Water District Board-Watershed Improvement District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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