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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Mar 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- 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: Rutland City Third Elections Inspector - Ward 1Rutland City MayorRutland City Third Elections Inspector - Ward 4Rutland City Second Elections Inspector - Ward 3Rutland City Council...
Job description
The ward officers act as Inspectors of Elections. It shall be the duty of the inspectors of elections to be present, and preserve order at all elections in their respective wards, to decide all questions relative to the right of any person to vote at the election, and with the ballot clerks, to sort and count the ballots, and to inform the City Clerk immediately after such count is completed of the results of the election.
Eligibility requirements
Any registered voter from the City of Rutland qualified to vote for a candidate for municipal or ward office may be nominated as a candidate for any municipal or ward office except as hereinafter limited or as limited by the laws of the State of Vermont.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1 Strongs Avenue, Rutland, VT 05701
Filing phone number: 802-773-1800 ext.5
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the city clerk's office
Filing requirements: No Filing Fee. Petition Signature requirement: 30 valid signatures of voters of the municipality or one percent of the legal voters of the municipality, whichever is less.
FAQ
How often is City Ward Clerk elected?
The position of City Ward Clerk 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 Rutland City, VT?
No Filing Fee. Petition Signature requirement: 30 valid signatures of voters of the municipality or one percent of the legal voters of the municipality, whichever is less.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the city clerk's office
Where is the filing office?
1 Strongs Avenue, Rutland, VT 05701.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 802-773-1800 ext.5.
How do I get started running for City Ward Clerk?
You can start running for City Ward Clerk 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 Ward Clerk does not include a primary or runoff election.
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