It’s officially election season in Chatham-Kent.
The provincial election is slated to take place June 2, while the nomination period for the municipal election is now open as well.
The nomination period runs until Aug. 19 for people seeking to run for council or on one of the area school boards. The election takes place Oct. 24.
Nominations are to be completed on the prescribed forms and may be filed with the municipal clerk by appointment, according to a municipal press release.
The nomination form must be signed by the candidate and be accompanied with 25 endorsement signatures.
The nominations come with price tags. A filing fee of $200 is needed to run for mayor, and $100 for council or a position on a school board. The fee is refundable if a financial report is returned following the election.
Nomination papers may be obtained online or at the Civic Centre at 315 King St. W. in Chatham, or any municipal centre. For more information, visit www.chatham-kent.ca
Until candidates file a nomination, it is unlawful to raise campaign funds or incur campaign expenses.
Inquiries and requests for appointments can be made by calling 519-360-1998 or e-mailing ckelection@chatham-kent.ca
