Blueprint of new jersy mayor election

Here is a general blueprint of the New Jersey mayor election process:

Election Cycle:

• Mayoral elections in New Jersey are typically held every four years, with the next election cycle starting in 2024.

Eligibility:

• To be eligible to run for mayor in New Jersey, a candidate must:
  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Be a resident of the municipality for at least one year prior to the election
  • Not have been convicted of a crime that involves moral turpitude

Filing Requirements:

• Candidates must file a Certificate of Nomination with the New Jersey Secretary of State's office by a certain deadline, which is typically around 55 days before the election.
• The certificate must include the candidate's name, address, and party affiliation (if applicable).
• Candidates must also pay a filing fee, which is currently set at $200.

Primary Election:

• If there are multiple candidates running for mayor, a primary election may be held to determine the party's nominee.
• The primary election is typically held around 45 days before the general election.
• In New Jersey, the primary election is open to registered voters of the same party as the candidate.

General Election:

• The general election is typically held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
• In the general election, the winner is the candidate who receives the most votes.

Campaign Finance:

• Candidates must file campaign finance reports with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC) on a regular basis.
• The reports must disclose the source and amount of campaign contributions, as well as expenditures made by the campaign.

Voter Registration:

• To vote in a mayoral election in New Jersey, a person must be registered to vote in the municipality.
• Voter registration deadlines are typically around 21 days before the election.

Election Day:

• On Election Day, polls are open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
• Voters must cast their ballots in person at their designated polling place.
• Absentee voting is also available for eligible voters.

Post-Election:

• After the election, the municipality's election officials will count the votes and declare a winner.
• The winner will be sworn into office on January 1st of the following year.

Key Dates:

• Filing deadline: around 55 days before the election
• Primary election: around 45 days before the general election
• General election: first Tuesday after the first Monday in November
• Voter registration deadline: around 21 days before the election

Please note that these dates and requirements are subject to change, and it's always best to check with the New Jersey Secretary of State's office or the municipality's election officials for the most up-to-date information.