Running for City Council
Interested in running for Mayor or Council? File your Affidavit of Candidacy with the City Clerk July 14 - 28, 2026. Candidates are placed on the November ballot in Moorhead after they file for office.
Filing for Office
- Candidate Application: Affidavit of Candidacy
- Filing period: July 14, 2026 - July 28, 2026 by 5 pm
- Filing Fee: $5.00
- Submit Affidavit of Candidacy and filing fee by 5 pm July 28, 2026 to City Hall - City Clerk's Office - (403 Center Ave).
Other helpful information:
Secretary of State Campaign Filing Packet: Information for candidates
- Candidate Information Form: Voluntary submission of information to be shared on the Secretary of State website about candidates for public office.
- Campaign Financial Report: Each candidate is responsible to complete and file financial reports.
- Campaign Financial Report Certification of Filing: Due to the City Clerk’s Office by November 10, 2026.
- Campaign Manual: A comprehensive guide on election campaigns.
Thank you for your interest in serving the City of Moorhead.