How often is County Highway Commission elected?

The position of County Highway Commission 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 on the ballot.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Tennessee?

No filing fee. Petition signature requirement of 25 signatures.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Election Commissioner's office.

Where is the filing office?

513 South Brown Street, Room 137, Springfield, TN 37172-2941

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 615-384-5592.

How do I get started running for County Highway Commission?

You can start running for County Highway Commission 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 County Highway Commission does not include a primary or runoff election.

How to Run for County Highway Commission in Robertson County, Tennessee

About County Highway Commission

About this position

The County Highway Commissioner is responsible for budgeting and appropriation of funds for all county activities; building and maintaining county roads; making and enforcing civil and criminal resolutions and ordinances not in conflict with state law, including those for land use and building construction; supporting and implementing state and federal mandates; executive oversight of all appointed county agencies; construction and maintenance of public buildings; fixing the tax levies for the county and its subordinate jurisdictions; authorizing payments owed by the county and auditing all officers having control of county funds; and managing county property and county funds.

Office level: County
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Affiliation: Nonpartisan
Positions: 1 open seat

Election type

Partisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
Run-off election