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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: Only expenses
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Horry County CoronerHorry County Soil and Water Conservation District CommissionSouth Carolina House of Representatives - District 51Horry County SheriffHorry County Auditor...
Job description
Member of a board responsible for creating conservation policy within their district
Eligibility requirements
No person may be popularly elected to and serve in any office in the State unless he is registered to vote in the geographical area represented by the office (S.C. Constitution, Article VI, Section 1). A person convicted of a felony or an offense against the election laws is not qualified to file for or hold office, unless it has been fifteen years since the completion of the sentence for the crime or unless the person has been pardoned (S.C. Constitution, Article VI, Section 1). Candidate's qualifications for all offices, are determined at the time of the election and not at the time of filing or nomination. Some individuals may be restricted from running for public office by the federal Hatch Act. The Act applies to federal employees and others receiving federal funds and restricts their participation in campaigns for partisan offices. For detailed information regarding the Hatch Act, visit the website of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1515 Fourth Avenue Conway, SC 29526
Filing phone number: 843-915-5440
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: To be placed on the ballot for county offices, each candidate shall submit to the county election commission a nominating petition with the signatures of one hundred qualified registered electors or one percent of the qualified registered electors of the district, whichever is lesser. The official number of qualified registered electors of the geographical area of any office is the number of registered electors of the area registered one hundred twenty days before the date of the election for which the nomination petition is being submitted. The nominees in the petition must be placed on the appropriate official ballot for the election if the petition is submitted to the county election commission not later than twelve noon on August first or, if August first falls on Sunday, not later than twelve noon on the following Monday. The form of the petition must comply with the requirements in Section 7-11-80 pertaining to the conduct of general elections not conflicting with this section. Candidates must be qualified registered electors and residents of the district in which elected. South Carolina state law further requires that candidates complete a Statement of Economic Interest and submit it electronically through the State Ethics Commission website (http://ethics.sc.gov) within 14 days of submitting the petition.
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 Horry County, SC?
To be placed on the ballot for county offices, each candidate shall submit to the county election commission a nominating petition with the signatures of one hundred qualified registered electors or one percent of the qualified registered electors of the district, whichever is lesser. The official number of qualified registered electors of the geographical area of any office is the number of registered electors of the area registered one hundred twenty days before the date of the election for which the nomination petition is being submitted. The nominees in the petition must be placed on the appropriate official ballot for the election if the petition is submitted to the county election commission not later than twelve noon on August first or, if August first falls on Sunday, not later than twelve noon on the following Monday. The form of the petition must comply with the requirements in Section 7-11-80 pertaining to the conduct of general elections not conflicting with this section. Candidates must be qualified registered electors and residents of the district in which elected. South Carolina state law further requires that candidates complete a Statement of Economic Interest and submit it electronically through the State Ethics Commission website (http://ethics.sc.gov) within 14 days of submitting the petition.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
1515 Fourth Avenue Conway, SC 29526.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 843-915-5440.
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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