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September 27, 2023
Run for Local School Board in Perrydale 21, OR
Election Date: May 20, 2025Filing Deadline: Mar 20, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: No compensation.
- Filing period: Feb 9, 2025 - Mar 20, 2025
- Positions: Perrydale 21 School Board - Position 2Perrydale 21 School Board - Position 5Perrydale 21 School Board - Position 3
Job description
School Board Members establish a shared vision for the schools that they represent which reflects a consensus of the board, community and district staff. The school board has a wide variety of additional responsibilities, such as adopting annual budgets and issuing interim financial reports, adopting the school calendar, negotiating contracts with employees (including the hiring of superintendents), approving curriculum materials and closing or constructing schools. Oregon school boards are often composed of 5 to 7 members, and the candidate must be a registered elector within the district for a minimum of 180 days prior to the election.
Eligibility requirements
You must be a registered voter and you must have lived in the district for one year immediately preceding the election.
FAQ
How often is Local School Board elected?
The position of Local School 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 Perrydale 21, OR?
$10
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
850 Main St., Room 201 Dallas, OR 97338-3179.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 503-623-9217.
How do I get started running for Local School Board?
You can start running for Local School 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 Local School Board includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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