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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- 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: La Pine City CouncilLa Pine Rural Fire Protection District Board - Position 1La Pine Rural Fire Protection District Board - Position 2La Pine Parks and Recreation District Board - Position 3La Pine City Mayor...
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
Must be a qualified elector and have resided in the city for 1 year immediately preceding the election; may not be a city employee; may only be a candidate for one position in a single election
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 16345 Sixth Street, La Pine, Oregon 97739
Filing phone number: 541-536-1432
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: File form SEL 101 and file by petition with form SEL 121 [note: all signatures must be numbered and verified by the city elections official and filed with SEL 338]
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature 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 La Pine City, OR?
File form SEL 101 and file by petition with form SEL 121 [note: all signatures must be numbered and verified by the city elections official and filed with SEL 338]
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
16345 Sixth Street, La Pine, Oregon 97739.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 541-536-1432.
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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