City of Moorpark, CA

07/15/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 07/15/2024 18:36

Mayor and City Council Nomination Period Now Open

On November 5, 2024, voters in the City of Moorpark will head to the polls to elect a Mayor for a two-year term, and Moorpark voters residing in Districts 2 and 4 will also cast ballots for District Councilmembers to serve four-year terms. Eligible candidates must be 18 years or older and be registered to vote in Moorpark, and if seeking a City Council seat, must live in the district they wish to represent. Information on election district boundaries can be found on the City's website at www.moorparkca.gov/elections. This election will be held in conjunction with the Statewide Presidential Election.

The nomination period during which interested parties can obtain the paperwork required to seek elective office takes place between July 15 and August 9, 2024. Should an incumbent decide not to seek re-election, this period will be extended by five days, ending on August 14, 2024, at 5:00 p.m., for that office only.

Nomination papers can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Note that City Hall will be closed on Friday, July 19, and Friday, August 2, as part of its alternating Friday closures. Appointments are encouraged and can be made by contacting the City Clerk at (805) 517-6223.