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September 27, 2023
Run for City Executive-Mayor in Griffin 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: Griffin City Commission - District 6Griffin City Commission - District 5Griffin City Commission - District 4Griffin City Commission - District 3Griffin City Commission - District 2...
Job description
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Eligibility requirements
Must have attained the age of 18 years, and have at least 12 months' residency within the city; provided, however, that no person who is not a qualified elector of the city, who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude unless that person's civil rights have been restored, who holds an office of trust under the government of the United States, this state, or any foreign state which by the laws of the State of Georgia he or she is prohibited from holding, or who is the holder or receiver of public money of this state or any county, school district, or municipality thereof who has refused or failed when called upon after reasonable opportunity to account for and pay over the same to the proper officer.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 100 S Hill St, Griffin, GA 30223
Filing phone number: 770-229-6400
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.
FAQ
How often is City Executive-Mayor elected?
The position of City Executive-Mayor 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 Griffin 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?
100 S Hill St, Griffin, GA 30223.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 770-229-6400.
How do I get started running for City Executive-Mayor?
You can start running for City Executive-Mayor 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 Executive-Mayor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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