Run for City Legislature in Salamanca, NY

Election Date: Jun 23, 2026
Filing Deadline:

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Election Details

Office level: city
Length of term: 2 years
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: N/A - N/A
Positions:
Salamanca City Council - Ward 2
Salamanca City Council - Ward 1
Salamanca City Council - Ward 3
Salamanca City Council - Ward 5
Salamanca City Council - Ward 4
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Job description

Each Common Council Member functions to regulate and protect the interests of residents within their Ward, and is authorized to introduce, adopt, amend or repeal local laws, ordinances, resolutions and regulations pertaining to property and government affairs within the City. Ward boundaries are established by the Common Council to best represent the demographics within the City, and are delineated primarily on Census information.

Eligibility requirements

Must be a qualified elector of the city and a resident of the ward candidate seeks to represent.

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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 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 Salamanca, NY?

No filing fee. Petition signature requirement: For candidates running for party nomination: 5% of enrolled voters of the party in the ward or 500, whichever is less; for independent candidates: 5% of the total number of votes cast for ward at the last gubernatorial election in the town or 1500, whichever is less

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.

Where is the filing office?

207 Rock City Street, Suite 100, Little Valley, NY 14755.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 716-938-2400.

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 includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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