8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
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Election Date: May 12, 2026Filing Deadline: Jan 31, 2026
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 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: Jan 12, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026
- Positions: Ripley City Clerk/RecorderRipley City CouncilRipley City Mayor
Job description
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Eligibility requirements
Must be residents of the City of Ripley and qualified voters entitled to vote for member of the governing body of the municipality
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 800 Fifth Avenue, Huntington, WV 25701
Filing phone number: 304-696-5540
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: File a pre-candidacy registration form, certificate of announcement, and finance reports. Filing fee - $15. To waive filing fee - signatures of four voters registered in the political subdivision the candidate seeks to represent are required for each dollar of the filing fee
FAQ
How often is City Legislature elected?
The position of City Legislature is typically elected every 4 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 Ripley City, WV?
File a pre-candidacy registration form, certificate of announcement, and finance reports. Filing fee - $15. To waive filing fee - signatures of four voters registered in the political subdivision the candidate seeks to represent are required for each dollar of the filing fee
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
800 Fifth Avenue, Huntington, WV 25701.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 304-696-5540.
How do I get started running for City Legislature?
You can start running for City Legislature 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 Legislature does not include a primary or runoff election.
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