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September 27, 2023
Run for City Legislature in Woolsey City, GA
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: N/A 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: Woolsey Town Council - Post 1 (Unexpired term)Woolsey Town Council - Post 2 (Unexpired term)Woolsey Town Council - Post 3
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 been a resident of the city for 12 months prior to the date of election and be registered and qualified to vote in municipal elections of this city. Each shall continue to reside in the city during period of service. Must not be holding any other elective public office nor while a candidate for nomination or election to any other public office. Must not be indebted to the city for delinquent property taxes, water, sewer, or garbage collection fees, fines, or any other delinquent indebtedness of any kind.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 5 West Main Street Alamo, GA 30411
Filing phone number: 912-568-7153
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 N/A 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 Woolsey 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?
5 West Main Street Alamo, GA 30411.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 912-568-7153.
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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