The general municipal elections for the City are held on the first Tuesday in November of even-numbered years for the purpose of electing City Council members or placing special measures and/or bond issues before the voters. Special elections may be called for the purpose of Charter Amendments, Referendum, Initiative and/or Recall.
The City Council is made up of a Mayor and four Councilmembers, for a total of five members. The offices of Mayor and City Council are non-partisan. The Mayor serves a term of four years, and each Councilmember serves a four-year term.
At the next City election, to be held on November 5, 2024, two Council member seats and the Mayor’s seat will be up for election.
EligibilityTo be eligible to be elected to office in the City of Waterford, a person must be a qualified voter and a resident of the City for at least thirty (30) days at the time nomination papers are issued as provided for in the Elections Code of the State of California.
The Candidate Filing Period is July 15th to August 9th, 2024
The Waterford City Clerk serves as the Election Official for the City of Waterford. If you would like to be included on the ballot for mayor or city council member in the upcoming election, follow these three steps:
1) Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 209-874-2328 Ext. 101. The Clerk’s Office can provide information about the availability of filing papers and answer questions regarding nominating petitions and other ballot procedures.
2) Arrange to pick up required paperwork.
3) Return your completed paperwork before August 9, 2024. If the incumbent does not file for re-election, the deadline will be extended five days for other candidates (not the incumbent). The Candidate Nomination Extension Period is August 10th to August 14th, 2024.
For specific questions regarding the election process, please contact the City Clerk at (209) 874-2328 Ext. 101.
Register to Vote (On-line form)
Vote By Mail (Request form)
Stanislaus County Elections Office
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