8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 2, 2026Filing Deadline: Feb 13, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 3 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 14, 2026 - Feb 13, 2026
- Positions: Carrollton City Council - Place 1 (Unexpired 2-year term)Carrollton City MayorCarrollton City Council - Place 4Carrollton City Council - Place 1Carrollton City Council - Place 7...
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
Candidate must be a Texas resident for at least 1 year, a resident of the city for at least 6 months, and a registered voter in the city.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1945 E. Jackson Road, Carrollton, Texas 75006
Filing phone number: 972-466-3000
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Secretary/Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee is $250; signature requirement is 0. Alternatively, filing fee is 0; signature requirement is 100 or 0.5% of voters in previous election, whichever is greater.
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature is typically elected every 3 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 Carrollton City, TX?
Filing fee is $250; signature requirement is 0. Alternatively, filing fee is 0; signature requirement is 100 or 0.5% of voters in previous election, whichever is greater.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Secretary/Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
1945 E. Jackson Road, Carrollton, Texas 75006.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 972-466-3000.
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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