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September 27, 2023
Run for County Executive Head in Marion County County, IN
Election Date: Nov 2, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: 95000.11
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Marion County Superior Court Judge (Retain Creason?)Marion County Superior Court Judge (Retain Charles Miller?)Marion County Superior Court Judge (Retain Certo?)Marion County Circuit Court ClerkMarion County Superior Court Judge (Retain Nelson?)...
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
Registered to vote in the city of the office sought. If filing in a First Class City under Indiana law, the mayoral candidate must have resided in the city for at least one (1) year prior to the date of taking office. If filing in a Second or Third Class City under Indiana State law, the mayoral candidate must have resided in the city for at least one (1) year prior to the date of the general election. Cannot be convicted and sentenced of, nor have plead guilty or nolo contendere to any felony charges (unless it has been pardoned, reversed, vacated, set aside, the guilty plea unaccepted by jury, or expunged under state law). Cannot be an active-service member of the US armed forces.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 200 E. Washington St., Suite W-144, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Filing phone number: 317-327-5100 ext. 4
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Filing requirements: No filing fee. Signature Requirement is 2% of the total votes cast for secretary of state in the 2018 general election in the election district the candidate seeks to represent (for independent and minor party candidates only).
FAQ
How often is County Executive Head elected?
The position of County Executive Head is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Marion County County, IN?
No filing fee. Signature Requirement is 2% of the total votes cast for secretary of state in the 2018 general election in the election district the candidate seeks to represent (for independent and minor party candidates only).
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Election's office
Where is the filing office?
200 E. Washington St., Suite W-144, Indianapolis, IN 46204.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 317-327-5100 ext. 4.
How do I get started running for County Executive Head?
You can start running for County Executive Head 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 Executive Head does not include a primary or runoff election.
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