Run for City Legislature in North Providence

Election Date: Sep 8, 2026
Filing Deadline: Jun 24, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: town
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: $8,000 / year
Filing period: Jun 22, 2026 - Jun 24, 2026
Positions:
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District 2
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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

Members of the council elected by districts shall be qualified electors and residents of the district from which elected, and the member elected at large shall be a qualified elector and resident of the town. No member or member-elect of the council shall be appointed to any other position in the town government, except as acting mayor when a vacancy occurs as provided in section 3-I-7 of this charter, during his term of office or for the term for which he was elected, or for one year after the expiration of his term to a position created in town government during his term of office.

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FAQ

How often is City Legislature elected?

The position of City Legislature 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 Providence?

File Declaration of Candidacy between June 25 and June 27, 2018 and Nomination Form with signatures of registered voters of the district determined by city/township (usually at least 50). *Some party positions may be endorsed by party and not need to file. Any candidate for public office, political action committee or political party committee must adhere to Rhode Island's campaign finance laws (R.I.G.L. 17-25).

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit Paperwork to the local Board of Canvassers' office.

Where is the filing office?

2000 Smith Street North Providence, RI 02911.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 401-232-0900 ext. 230.

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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