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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline: Jun 16, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 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 2, 2026 - Jun 16, 2026
- Positions: Arlington County Court ClerkArlington County BoardVirginia House of Delegates - District 13Virginia State Senate - District 13Arlington County Sheriff...
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
Candidate must be a resident and eligible to vote in the Commonwealth of Virginia for at least one year.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 320 Arlington, VA 22201
Filing phone number: 703-228-4611
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county registrar's office.
Filing requirements: Must file a Certificate of Candidate Qualification, submit a primary filing fee. The fee is 2% of salary, or if there is not salary attached to the position, it is $5.00. Declaration of Candidacy is also required as well as Petition of Qualified voters. Statement of Economic Interests, Party Certification and Statement of Organization and Campaign Finance Reports are also all required documents.
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 nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Arlington County County, VA?
Must file a Certificate of Candidate Qualification, submit a primary filing fee. The fee is 2% of salary, or if there is not salary attached to the position, it is $5.00. Declaration of Candidacy is also required as well as Petition of Qualified voters. Statement of Economic Interests, Party Certification and Statement of Organization and Campaign Finance Reports are also all required documents.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county registrar's office.
Where is the filing office?
2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 320 Arlington, VA 22201.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 703-228-4611.
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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