Politics & Government
Want to Run for Wildwood City Council? Here's What You Need to Know
The election is April 8. Filing opens on Dec. 17, but candidates need to think about collecting signatures starting Nov. 2.
The city of Wildwood has posted information for office-seekers who want to run for a spot on the city council in the April municipal elections. Here's the information, directly from the city's website:
The following information applies to Candidates filing for the April 8 election: Prior to filing for the office of Council Member, you must complete a Nominating Petition and have it signed by no less than twenty-five (25) registered voters of the residents of your Ward. This petition must be submitted at the time of filing for office. Signatures shall be valid only if obtained not earlier than forty-five (45) days prior to the first day of filing. Therefore, No Signatures Valid Prior to Nov. 2.
Filing opens on Dec. 17 at 8 a.m. and closes on Jan. 21 at 5 p.m. Candidates can file between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday between the opening and closing dates. Please be aware City Hall is closed on Dec. 24; Dec. 25; and Jan. 1.
A filing fee of $10 is required. Please make checks payable to: City of Wildwood. Credit cards cannot be accepted at this time.
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