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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 6 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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Eastmont Metro Park District Board - Position 1Douglas County District Court JudgeDouglas County SheriffDouglas County ClerkDouglas County Assessor...
Job description
The Public Utilities or Public Services District Board is responsible for overseeing public utility/public service operations within the district.
Eligibility requirements
Only a registered voter who resides in a commissioner district may be a candidate for, or hold office as, a commissioner of the commissioner district
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 213 S Rainier Street, Waterville, WA 98858
Filing phone number: 509-745-8527
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: Filing Fee = 1% of position salary. A candidate who lacks sufficient assets or income at the time of filing to pay the filing fee required shall submit with his or her declaration of candidacy a filing fee petition. The petition shall contain not less than a number of signatures of registered voters equal to the number of dollars of the filing fee. The signatures shall be of voters registered to vote within the jurisdiction of the office for which the candidate is filing.
FAQ
How often is Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board elected?
The position of Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board is typically elected every 6 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 Douglas County, WA?
Filing Fee = 1% of position salary. A candidate who lacks sufficient assets or income at the time of filing to pay the filing fee required shall submit with his or her declaration of candidacy a filing fee petition. The petition shall contain not less than a number of signatures of registered voters equal to the number of dollars of the filing fee. The signatures shall be of voters registered to vote within the jurisdiction of the office for which the candidate is filing.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Where is the filing office?
213 S Rainier Street, Waterville, WA 98858.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 509-745-8527.
How do I get started running for Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board?
You can start running for Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District 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 Public Utilities District Board-Public Services District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
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