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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 2, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $1,200.00
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: El Campo City Council - District 4El Campo City Council - District 3El Campo City Commission - At Large, Place 2El Campo City MayorEl Campo City Commission - At Large, Place 1...
Job description
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Eligibility requirements
Each member of the City Council shall have and maintain the following qualifications: Shall be a resident citizen of the City of El Campo, shall be a registered and qualified voter of the State of Texas, shall have been such resident citizen of the City of El Campo for a period of not less than six (6) months immediately preceding the date of filing for their election, provided, however, that any person with the above qualifications, except as to residence, who shall have been a resident for a period of not less than one (1) year immediately preceding their election, of any of the territory not formerly within the corporate limits of said city, but which is annexed under the provisions of section 1.03 of the city charter, shall be eligible for said office. If any councilmember fails to maintain the foregoing qualifications, or shall be absent from three (3) consecutive regularly scheduled meetings without valid excuse, the City Council must, at its next regular meeting, declare a vacancy to exist and shall fill said vacancy as set forth in section 3.04 of the city charter.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 315 E. Jackson St. El Campo, TX 77437
Filing phone number: 979-541-5000
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Secretary/Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Any qualified elector of the city who is otherwise qualified may have their name printed upon the official ballot for the office of councilmember at any election by filing their application, together with the loyalty oath required of state officials, with the Mayor, City Secretary or City Manager in accordance with the Texas Election Code. If, after the filing deadline has expired no qualified candidate has filed the required application to run for a position that is open to election for council member the vacant position may be filled immediately after the May election by appointment by the City Council as provided for in Section 3.04 of the city charter.
FAQ
How often is City Executive-Mayor elected?
The position of City Executive-Mayor is typically elected every 2 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 El Campo City, TX?
Any qualified elector of the city who is otherwise qualified may have their name printed upon the official ballot for the office of councilmember at any election by filing their application, together with the loyalty oath required of state officials, with the Mayor, City Secretary or City Manager in accordance with the Texas Election Code. If, after the filing deadline has expired no qualified candidate has filed the required application to run for a position that is open to election for council member the vacant position may be filled immediately after the May election by appointment by the City Council as provided for in Section 3.04 of the city charter.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Secretary/Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
315 E. Jackson St. El Campo, TX 77437.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 979-541-5000.
How do I get started running for City Executive-Mayor?
You can start running for City Executive-Mayor 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 Executive-Mayor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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