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September 27, 2023
Run for Township Trustee//Township Council in Kearns Metro
Election Date: Aug 12, 2025Filing Deadline: Jun 7, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: township
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Jun 1, 2025 - Jun 7, 2025
- Positions: District 2District 2District 4District 4
Job description
The Township Trustee, sometimes known as Township Supervisor or Township Council member is a member of a multi-person Board charged with general governance of the township and execution of legislative, executive and administrative powers.
Eligibility requirements
Must be a registered voter; Must reside within the municipality in which the individual seeks to hold elective office for the 12 consecutive months immediately before the date of the election or the territory in which the individual resides was annexed into the municipality, the individual has resided within the annexed territory or the municipality the 12 consecutive months immediately before the date of the election; Must not be mentally-incompetent, convicted of a felony, or convicted of a treason or crime against the elective franchise until the right to hold elective office is restored; If elected from a district, be a resident of the council district from which the candidate is elected.
FAQ
How often is Township Trustee//Township Council elected?
The position of Township Trustee//Township Council 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 Kearns Metro?
Filing fee of $10. No petition signatrue requirements.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
2001 State St #1-200, Salt Lake City, UT 84190.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 385-468-7400.
How do I get started running for Township Trustee//Township Council?
You can start running for Township Trustee//Township Council 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 Township Trustee//Township Council includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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