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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: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Oregon State Senate - District 23Grant County SurveyorGrant County Education School District Board - Zone 2Grant County AssessorGrant County Transportation District Board - At Large...
Job description
The County Legislature or Executive Board is the governing body of the county and exercises broad policy-making authority. The Board is charged with implementing policy and overseeing the county budget process and allocation.
Eligibility requirements
At least 18 years old, lived in Grant for at least 1 year prior
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 201 S. Humbolt, Suite 290 Canyon City, OR 97820-6186
Filing phone number: 541-575-1675
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: File SEL 101 with $50 fee OR file SEL 101 with the lesser of either 500 signatures or 1% of the number of votes cast in the district for governor (Signatures must be obtained from 10% of the precincts in the county) with SEL 121 (must be approved before circulating)
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 nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Grant County County, OR?
File SEL 101 with $50 fee OR file SEL 101 with the lesser of either 500 signatures or 1% of the number of votes cast in the district for governor (Signatures must be obtained from 10% of the precincts in the county) with SEL 121 (must be approved before circulating)
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
201 S. Humbolt, Suite 290 Canyon City, OR 97820-6186.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 541-575-1675.
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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