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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Aug 1, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Mar 5, 2025 - Aug 1, 2025
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Job description
The county Controller is the county's independently elected fiscal watchdog and auditor, exercising general supervision and control over its financial affairs. The Controller is authorized to examine the accounts and official acts of all officers or other persons who collect, receive, or disperse the county's money and may investigate accusations of mismanagement and fraud among local agencies, employees, and contractors.
Eligibility requirements
All persons elected to any county office must be at least 18 years old, U.S. citizens, and residents of the county for at least one year prior to their election.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 150 N. Queen St, Suite 117, Lancaster, PA 17603-3562
Filing phone number: 717-299-8293
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $100. Signature Requirements: 250.
FAQ
How often is County Controller-Comptroller elected?
The position of County Controller-Comptroller 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 Lancaster County County, PA?
Filing fee is $100. Signature Requirements: 250.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
150 N. Queen St, Suite 117, Lancaster, PA 17603-3562.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 717-299-8293.
How do I get started running for County Controller-Comptroller?
You can start running for County Controller-Comptroller 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 Controller-Comptroller does not include a primary or runoff election.
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