The City provides election information to help residents, candidates, and voters understand the local election process. Residents interested in running for local office are encouraged to review all filing requirements, deadlines, petition rules, campaign finance requirements, and applicable City Charter provisions before circulating petitions or submitting paperwork.
The City Clerk’s Office serves as the local filing official for City candidate filings and can answer procedural questions about forms, deadlines, and filing requirements. Candidates are also encouraged to review resources from Oakland County Elections and the Michigan Bureau of Elections for additional guidance on state election law, campaign finance reporting, and ballot access requirements.
For more information, please review the City’s Candidate Election FAQ.