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September 27, 2023
Run for City Legislature in Decatur City, GA
Election Date: Nov 2, 2027Filing Deadline:
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: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Decatur City Commission - District 2, Post ADecatur City Commission - District 1, Post BDecatur City Commission - District 1, Post ADecatur City Commission - District 2, Post BDecatur City Commission - At Large
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 have resided in the city not less than 1 year immediately preceding the election, must be a qualified voter in municipal elections for officers of the city; and must not have been convicted and sentenced for any violation of the criminal laws of Georgia involving moral turpitude, unless such person has received a full pardon or has all rights of citizenship restored.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 509 N. McDonough St., First Floor, Decatur, GA 30030
Filing phone number: 404-370-4100
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the Municipal Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Filing Fee: 3% of gross salary from the prior year; petition signature requirement of 1 percent of the total number of registered voters eligible to vote in the last election for the specific office if unable to pay filing fee.
Independent Candidates running for City Legislature
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 Decatur City, GA?
Filing Fee: 3% of gross salary from the prior year; petition signature requirement of 1 percent of the total number of registered voters eligible to vote in the last election for the specific office if unable to pay filing fee.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Municipal Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
509 N. McDonough St., First Floor, Decatur, GA 30030.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 404-370-4100.
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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