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September 27, 2023
Run for City Executive-Mayor in Gallup City, NM
Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- 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: Gallup City Mayor
Job description
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
Eligibility requirements
A candidate must be a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years of age, a registered voter, and a city resident. Additionally, a candidate must either not have a felony conviction or must have presented the governor with a certificate verifying the completion of the sentence and have been granted a pardon or a certificate by the governor restoring their full rights of citizenship.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 207 West Hill Avenue, Gallup, NM 87301
Filing phone number: 505-863-6866
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: Declaration of Candidacy, Campaign Checking Account Registration Form, and copy of a letter to candidate's financial institution authorizing the release of information concerning their campaign account to the city clerk, and Written Authorization for Designation form (if someone files on behalf of the candidate). Within two (2) days of filing the Declaration of Candidacy, each candidate shall file a notarized statement with the City Clerk, signed by the candidate under oath, setting forth any known present business relationship the candidate has or may have with the City.
FAQ
How often is City Executive-Mayor elected?
The position of City Executive-Mayor 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 Gallup City, NM?
Declaration of Candidacy, Campaign Checking Account Registration Form, and copy of a letter to candidate's financial institution authorizing the release of information concerning their campaign account to the city clerk, and Written Authorization for Designation form (if someone files on behalf of the candidate). Within two (2) days of filing the Declaration of Candidacy, each candidate shall file a notarized statement with the City Clerk, signed by the candidate under oath, setting forth any known present business relationship the candidate has or may have with the City.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
207 West Hill Avenue, Gallup, NM 87301.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 505-863-6866.
How do I get started running for City Executive-Mayor?
You can start running for City Executive-Mayor 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 Executive-Mayor does not include a primary or runoff election.
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