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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 1, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: local
- 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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Cooke County Democratic ChairCooke County SurveyorGainesville Hospital District DirectorCooke County AttorneyCooke County Sheriff...
Job description
The Healthcare or Hospital District Board is responsible for overseeing healthcare/hospital operations within the district. The Board's duties include monitoring performance, reviewing and approving financial plans and programs, and implementing ethical policies that ensure compliance with governmental and regulatory standards.
Eligibility requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen // Must be at least 18 years of age // Must not have been determined by a final judgment of a court exercising probate jurisdiction to be: (A) totally mentally incapacitated; or (B) partially mentally incapacitated without the right to vote // Must not have not been finally convicted of a felony from which the person has not been pardoned or otherwise released from the resulting disabilities // Must have resided continuously in the state for 12 months and in the territory from which the office is elected for six months prior to the filing deadline
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1900 Hospital Blvd, Gainesville, TX 76240
Filing phone number: 940-612-8146
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Secretary of the District Board's office.
Filing requirements: No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
FAQ
How often is Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board elected?
The position of Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board 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 Cooke County, TX?
No filing fee or petition signature requirement.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of the District Board's office.
Where is the filing office?
1900 Hospital Blvd, Gainesville, TX 76240.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 940-612-8146.
How do I get started running for Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board?
You can start running for Healthcare District Board-Hospital 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 Healthcare District Board-Hospital District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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