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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: partisan for primary only
- Typical salary: N/A
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Branchville Town CouncilBranchville Town Mayor
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
1. Qualified to vote for and hold the office sought 2. A resident of the Commonwealth for one year immediately preceding the election 3. A resident, by the time of filing, of the city or town in which he offers for election [or has an application for registration, transfer, or change of address on file in the general registrar’s office].
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 22305 Main St, Courtland, VA 238371026
Filing phone number: 757-653-9280
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the county registrar's office.
Filing requirements: Candidates for membership on the governing body of any county or city must collect at least 125 signatures; or if from an election district not at large containing 1,000 or fewer registered voters, 50 signatures.
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 partisan for primary only?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Branchville City, VA?
Candidates for membership on the governing body of any county or city must collect at least 125 signatures; or if from an election district not at large containing 1,000 or fewer registered voters, 50 signatures.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county registrar's office.
Where is the filing office?
22305 Main St, Courtland, VA 238371026.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 757-653-9280.
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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