Run for City Legislature in Manchester City, NH

Election Date: Nov 4, 2025
Filing Deadline: Jul 25, 2025

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Election Details

Office level: city
Length of term: 2 years
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: nonpartisan
Typical salary: $4,000/year
Is this a runoff election? No
Is this a primary election? No
Filing period: Jul 14, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025
Positions:
Manchester City Select Board - Ward 11
Manchester City Council - Ward 11
Manchester City Ward Clerk - Ward 11
Manchester City Moderator - Ward 11
Manchester City Moderator - Ward 3
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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

United States citizen, registered voter of the city, resident of the city and ward

Filing instructions

Filing office address: One City Hall Plaza, Manchester, NH 03101

Filing phone number: 603-624-6455

Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.

Filing requirements: Filing fee of $50; petition signature requirement of 100 (when filing petitions in lieu of paying fee)

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FAQ

How often is City Legislature elected?

The position of City Legislature is typically elected every 2 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 Manchester City, NH?

Filing fee of $50; petition signature requirement of 100 (when filing petitions in lieu of paying fee)

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

One City Hall Plaza, Manchester, NH 03101.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 603-624-6455.

How do I get started running for City Legislature?

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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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