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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Apr 7, 2026Filing Deadline: Jan 6, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 2 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: Dec 1, 2025 - Jan 6, 2026
- Positions: St. Croix County: Hammond Town SupervisorSt. Croix County: Hammond Town Supervisor/ChairSt. Croix County: Hammond Town Chair
Job description
The Township Supervisor is a member of a multi-person Board of Supervisors charged with general governance of the township and execution of legislative, executive and administrative powers. The Supervisor is responsible for setting and enacting policies and resolutions, levying taxes, and setting budgets.
Eligibility requirements
Resident and qualified voter
Filing instructions
Filing office address: PO Box 177, Hammond, WI 54015
Filing phone number: 715-796-2165
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Township Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: First be nominated by the caucues, then wait for the nomination notice. Upon receipt of the notice, each candidate shall file a declaration of candidacy in the manner prescribed by s. 8.21 with the municipal clerk making the notification no later than 5 p.m. on the 5th day after the notification is mailed or personally delivered to the candidate by the municipal clerk, except as authorized in this paragraph. If an incumbent whose name is certified as a nominee fails to file a declaration of candidacy within the time prescribed by this paragraph, each certified candidate for the office held by the incumbent, other than the incumbent, may file a declaration of candidacy no later than 72 hours after the latest time prescribed in this paragraph. If the candidate has not filed a registration statement under s. 11.0202 (1) (a) at the time of the notification, the candidate shall file the statement with the declaration.
FAQ
How often is Township Supervisor elected?
The position of Township Supervisor 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 Hammond Town, WI?
First be nominated by the caucues, then wait for the nomination notice. Upon receipt of the notice, each candidate shall file a declaration of candidacy in the manner prescribed by s. 8.21 with the municipal clerk making the notification no later than 5 p.m. on the 5th day after the notification is mailed or personally delivered to the candidate by the municipal clerk, except as authorized in this paragraph. If an incumbent whose name is certified as a nominee fails to file a declaration of candidacy within the time prescribed by this paragraph, each certified candidate for the office held by the incumbent, other than the incumbent, may file a declaration of candidacy no later than 72 hours after the latest time prescribed in this paragraph. If the candidate has not filed a registration statement under s. 11.0202 (1) (a) at the time of the notification, the candidate shall file the statement with the declaration.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Township Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
PO Box 177, Hammond, WI 54015.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 715-796-2165.
How do I get started running for Township Supervisor?
You can start running for Township Supervisor 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 Township Supervisor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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