It is nomination day for the 2018 Municipal and School Board elections.

May 1, 2018 is the first day that candidates can officially submit their nomination papers for the offices of mayor, municipal councillor or school board trustee for the 2018 Municipal and School Board Elections.

"Running for Municipal Council or a trustee position is a great way to make a difference in our Municipality," said Matt Smith, Clerk/Director of Legislative Service, Municipality of Meaford. "We invite anyone who is considering being a candidate in the municipal & school board election to visit our website or contact us in the Clerk's Office as there are new rules and legislation for this election."

Prospective candidate packages are available for pick up at the Administration Office at 21 Trowbridge Street West, and online at www.meafordvotes.ca. Candidates are asked to make an appointment with the Clerk's Department to file their nomination papers.

Information about nominations:

Nominations are open from May 1 to July 27, at 2 p.m.
Filing fees are $200 for Mayor or $100 for Councillor or Trustee
Photo ID must be shown at time of filing
Nomination forms must be filed before candidates can accept election contributions or incur campaign expenses
For information on the municipal election, visit www.meafordvotes.ca, email [email protected] or call 519-538-1060.

source: media release, Municipality of Meaford