8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
Run for Parks and Recreation District Board in San Juan County, WA
Election Date: Nov 2, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: local
- 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: San Juan County Prosecuting AttorneySan Juan County Fire District 5 Board - Position 1San Juan County Charter Review Commission - District 3San Juan County Public Hospital District 3 Board - Position 4San Juan County District Court Judge...
Job description
The Parks and Recreation District board member is responsible for overseeing park and recreation operations within the district.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be at least 18 years old, a resident of the district, and a registered voter in the district.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 350 Court Street, 1st Floor, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Filing phone number: 360-378-3357
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: Filing fee: 1% of fixed annual salary. If salary is less than $1,000 annually, filing fee is $25. If no salary, no filing fee. OR Petition signature requirement: number of signatures equal to the price in dollars of filing fee, rounded to nearest dollar. If salary is less than $1,000 annually, at least 10 signatures required.
FAQ
How often is Parks and Recreation District Board elected?
The position of Parks and Recreation District Board 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 San Juan County, WA?
Filing fee: 1% of fixed annual salary. If salary is less than $1,000 annually, filing fee is $25. If no salary, no filing fee. OR Petition signature requirement: number of signatures equal to the price in dollars of filing fee, rounded to nearest dollar. If salary is less than $1,000 annually, at least 10 signatures required.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Where is the filing office?
350 Court Street, 1st Floor, Friday Harbor, WA 98250.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 360-378-3357.
How do I get started running for Parks and Recreation District Board?
You can start running for Parks and Recreation District Board 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 Parks and Recreation District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.
Free tools for independent candidates
Get free AI-powered tools to accelerate your campaign strategy. GoodParty.org's AI Campaign Manager lets you track your progress toward key voter outreach goals, instantly generate custom campaign materials, and get access to a nationwide network of grassroots volunteers. Get a free demo today to see how the AI Campaign Manager can streamline your campaign strategy.
Get a free demo
GoodParty.org AI can help you
- Generate engaging content in seconds
- Refine your campaign strategy with voter data
- Recruit volunteers and fill key campaign roles
Try the AI campaign manager today
Get started
Explore elections in your community
Find elections at the State, County or City level
