Politics & Government

Want to Run for City Council? Two Maple Grove City Council Seats Expire this Year

Candidate filings will be accepted until Aug. 16.

Do you want to run for public office?

The city of Maple Grove has two city council member seats that expire on Dec. 31, 2016. For residents who would like to file for city office, candidate filings will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Aug. 16.

Filing packets are available at City Hall, located at 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway N.

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Council Member (two positions)

  • Term: Four Years
  • Filing Fee: $5

Important Dates

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  • Candidate filing closes August 16 at 5 p.m.
  • Withdrawal deadline is August 18 at 5 p.m.
  • Terms begin January 2, 2017

Eligibility to Hold Office

  • Candidate must be an eligible voter
  • Is, or will be on assuming office, 21 years of age or more
  • Maintained residence in the district wherein they reside 30 days previous to the election

More information is available on the city website.

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