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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Apr 28, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $4,896 per year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 1, 2026 - Apr 28, 2026
- Positions: Jerauld County Commission - District 3Jerauld County SheriffJerauld County Commission - District 2Jerauld County State's AttorneyJerauld County Register of Deeds...
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
Must be a registered elector who is living in the area they seek to represent at the time of the election.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 205 Wallace Ave S, P.O. Box 422, Wessington Springs SD 57382-0422
Filing phone number: 605-539-9301
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: Current County Commissioners must file an Elected Official Financial Interest Statement (with the County Auditor or County Finance Officer) no later than January 1. A county commissioner candidate must file a Statement of Financial Interest - Candidate with the County Auditor within 15 days after filing nominating petitions (SDCL 12-25-30). The required amount of signatures on the nomination petition is based off of the last gubernatorial election. For a partisan candidate, you must obtain 1% of the total vote for your political party's candidate for governor at the last gubernatorial election or a maximum of 50, whichever is less, in the county or commissioner district (SDCL 12-6-7.1). An independent candidate must obtain 1% of the total vote for all candidates for governor at the last gubernatorial election in the county or commissioner district (SDCL 12-7-1). Candidates must obtain signatures from the political party they are registered to vote with; however, independent candidates may gather signatures from any registered voter.
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 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 Jerauld County County, SD?
Current County Commissioners must file an Elected Official Financial Interest Statement (with the County Auditor or County Finance Officer) no later than January 1. A county commissioner candidate must file a Statement of Financial Interest - Candidate with the County Auditor within 15 days after filing nominating petitions (SDCL 12-25-30). The required amount of signatures on the nomination petition is based off of the last gubernatorial election. For a partisan candidate, you must obtain 1% of the total vote for your political party's candidate for governor at the last gubernatorial election or a maximum of 50, whichever is less, in the county or commissioner district (SDCL 12-6-7.1). An independent candidate must obtain 1% of the total vote for all candidates for governor at the last gubernatorial election in the county or commissioner district (SDCL 12-7-1). Candidates must obtain signatures from the political party they are registered to vote with; however, independent candidates may gather signatures from any registered voter.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Where is the filing office?
205 Wallace Ave S, P.O. Box 422, Wessington Springs SD 57382-0422.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 605-539-9301.
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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