Eligible residents can turn in nomination papers through May 30 for remainder of the term of Mayor David Silva’s former seat
The City of Buellton will begin accepting candidate applications on Monday, May 5, for the District 4 City Council seat, left vacant following David Silva’s election as Mayor on Nov. 5, 2024.
Eligible residents of District 4 who are registered voters and interested in serving the remainder of the four-year term may obtain and file nomination papers between May 5 and May 30.
A Special Election to fill the seat will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 26, and will be conducted exclusively by mail-in ballot. Ballots will be sent to all registered voters in District 4 beginning Monday, July 28. Voters may return completed ballots via the official drop box located in front of City Hall at 107 West Highway 246. All ballots will be securely collected by county election workers.
Election results will be certified by Sept. 25.
Residents interested in filing to run for the seat should contact City Clerk Linda Reid at lindar@cityofbuellton.com to schedule an appointment during the filing period.
For more information, visit: cityofbuellton.com/government/special/Mail-In-Ballot-Special-Election.
