Run for City Clerk//Ward Officer in North Little Rock, AR

Election Date: Dec 3, 2024
Filing Deadline:

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Election Details

Office level: city
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: N/A - N/A
Positions:
North Little Rock City Clerk

Job description

The City Clerk/Ward Officer serves as the official keeper of the municipal records. This joint position is also responsible for presenting the agenda and minutes for legislative and committee meetings.

Eligibility requirements

Must be a qualified elector, must be a U. S. citizen, must be an Arkansas resident, must live in jurisdiction to be represented at time of filing and throughout term, must be lawfully registered to vote, must be at least 18 years of age, must never have been convicted of embezzlement of public money, bribery, forgery, or other infamous crime

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FAQ

How often is City Clerk//Ward Officer elected?

The position of City Clerk//Ward Officer 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 North Little Rock, AR?

Party candidates: Must pay the party filing fee, if any, and file the party pledge, if any, with the secretary of the county committee of the political party during regular office hours during the party filing period. The filing fee is set by the county committee and authorized by the state executive committee. Must obtain a party certificate from the secretary or chair of the county committee of the political party. Independent candidates must file petitions signed by not less than 3% of the qualified electors in the county or township, as the case may be, in which the candidate seeks office, based upon the total number of votes cast for Governor in that county or township, as the case may be, in 2014, but in no event shall more than 2,000 signatures be required.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's Elections office.

Where is the filing office?

401 West Markham Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 501-340-8500.

How do I get started running for City Clerk//Ward Officer?

You can start running for City Clerk//Ward Officer 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 Clerk//Ward Officer includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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