Run for Fire District Board in Cowlitz County, WA

Election Date: Nov 4, 2025
Filing Deadline:

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Election Details

Office level: local
Length of term: N/A 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
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Job description

The Fire District Board is responsible for overseeing fire fighting and prevention operations within the district.

Eligibility requirements

Candidate is a registered voter of the city/town at the time of filing his or her declaration of candidacy and has been a resident of the city/town for a period of at least one year next preceding his or her election. Residence and voting within the limits of any territory which has been included in, annexed to, or consolidated with such city is construed to have been residence within the city.

Filing instructions

Filing office address: 207 N. 4th Ave. Kelso, WA 98626

Filing phone number: 360-577-3002

Paperwork instructions: All candidates must submit a Declaration of Candidacy and the filing fee or filing fee petition during the regular filing period. This can be done online, by mail, or at a kiosk available in the County Auditor's Office. Candidates submitting petition signatures may not file electronically. Filing week begins 8:00 A.M. May 13th through 4:30 P.M. May 17th

Filing requirements: No filing fee or voter signature requirement.

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FAQ

How often is Fire District Board elected?

The position of Fire District Board is typically elected every N/A 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 Cowlitz County, WA?

No filing fee or voter signature requirement.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

All candidates must submit a Declaration of Candidacy and the filing fee or filing fee petition during the regular filing period. This can be done online, by mail, or at a kiosk available in the County Auditor's Office. Candidates submitting petition signatures may not file electronically. Filing week begins 8:00 A.M. May 13th through 4:30 P.M. May 17th

Where is the filing office?

207 N. 4th Ave. Kelso, WA 98626.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 360-577-3002.

How do I get started running for Fire District Board?

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Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for Fire District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.

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