News Flash Home
The original item was published from 6/15/2022 10:47:50 AM to 6/27/2022 1:33:44 PM.

News Flash

Paso Robles City Press Releases

Posted on: June 15, 2022

[ARCHIVED] City Announces Filing Period Dates for Candidates in November 2022 Election

Click to Home

Candidate Packets Available Beginning July 18th
Deadline for Filing Nomination Papers is August 7th

Paso Robles, CA, June 5, 2022 - On November 8, 2022, Paso Robles residents will have the opportunity to vote for two open Councilmember seats (one in District 1 and one in District 2) and for the Mayor.  Each position serves a four-year term.  For those interested in running for office, the initial period for filing Nomination Papers is July 18, 2022 through August 12, 2022.  However, if a seated incumbent does not file nomination papers for their respective Councilmember or Mayoral seat, the filing period to submit nomination papers will be extended to August 17, 2022.

The qualifications required for a candidate to run for City Councilmembers are as follows: 

  • Must be over the age of 18; 
  • Registered to vote in the City of Paso Robles; and 
  • Live within the District in which they are seeking election within the Paso Robles City limits. Check for your district here:  Paso Robles Public GIS Viewer (prcity.com)

The qualifications required to run for Mayor are the same as a City Councilmember, however, because the Mayor is elected at-large, the candidate must live within the Paso Robles City limits.   

For all three races, Candidate Packets (Nomination Papers) will be available by appointment beginning July 18, 2022 at the Paso Robles City Clerk’s Office located at Paso Robles City Hall at 1000 Spring Street.  Please call (805) 237-3960 to schedule an appointment with the City Clerk.  

Additional election information and the list of current candidates will be available online at www.prcity.com/elections.  As nomination packets are completed and certified the candidate information will be added to the City’s website.  The City of Paso Robles encourages all candidates to initiate the process as soon as possible on or after July 18 to ensure completion of all required paperwork and secure a nominated spot on the ballot.

About Our City Government: The City of El Paso de Robles was incorporated on March 11, 1889.  It has a “Council-Manager” general law form of government.  The City Manager, appointed by the City Council, is the administrative head of government, including being empowered to appoint all City department heads with the exception of the City Attorney.

Residents elect the Mayor and four Councilmembers at large rather than by district, making each accountable to the entire citizenry.  The Council acts as the board of directors of the municipal corporation and meets in a public forum where citizens may participate in the governmental process.

The City Council establishes City policies, approves ordinances and resolutions, makes land use decisions, approves agreements and contracts, hears appeals on decisions made by City staff or advisory committees, and sets utility rates.  The Mayor and City Councilmembers receive a monthly stipend set by resolution.   

Mayor and City Councilmembers are required, pursuant to the Political Reform Act (Government Code Section 81000), to submit an economic interests disclosure statement, as well as, complete AB 1234 Ethics Training, and submit other Fair Political Practice Commission (FPPC) campaign and annual statements.  

The City Council receives input and assistance from various Advisory Body Committees and Commissions.  Each Councilmember may serve as a liaison to one or more Advisory Body Committees. Each Councilmember may also represent the City on various regional boards and commissions.

Regular meetings of the Paso Robles City Council are held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the first-floor Conference Center/Council Chamber at City Hall. Copies of the staff reports and related materials are prepared in support of individual scheduled agenda items and available in the City Clerk’s Office or the City Library at 1000 Spring Street, or can be viewed/downloaded from the City’s website.  

City Council meetings are open to the public with the exception of Closed Sessions.  The Mayor chairs City Council meetings and is the presiding officer for the City Council, but does not have veto power.  

###

Media Contact: Melissa Boyer, City Clerk. mboyer@prcity.com or 805.237.3960

Facebook Twitter Email

Other News in Paso Robles City Press Releases

Paso Robles Parking Sign-Final

Downtown Parking Changes in 2024

Posted on: November 28, 2023
Sand pile

Winter Storms and Flood Preparedness

Posted on: November 13, 2023
Solstice_bonfire

New Year's Eve Celebration

Posted on: November 9, 2023
Baby Yoga Mom and Baby Rocking 2

New Mom & Baby Yoga Classes for Newborns

Posted on: November 6, 2023
Teen screaming for joy in library

Library Weather is Coming

Posted on: September 26, 2023
Downtown shopping and dining

Downtown Parking App

Posted on: February 23, 2023
Woman watering drought resistant yard

Water Supplies

Posted on: September 6, 2023
Teen Center - kid walking in the door past the Teen Center sign

Teen Center Open

Posted on: August 15, 2023
2022 PRPD DEPT PHOTO - For Website

Back to School Safety Tips from PRPD

Posted on: August 14, 2023
SLO County Animal Services campus square

SLO Co Animal Services Update

Posted on: April 5, 2023
Pothole

Paso Robles Pothole Information

Posted on: March 27, 2023
CERT sandbagging

CERT Flood Response in Paso Robles

Posted on: January 24, 2023
Vista Cerro area - mountain lion sighting

Mountain Lion Sighting in Paso Robles

Posted on: December 16, 2022

Salinas River Flood Waters

Posted on: December 12, 2022
Salinas Corridor Cleanup 9-13-22

Community Risk Reduction

Posted on: September 13, 2022
Development Impact Fees 2021_Homepage Spotlight

Annual Development Impact Fee Report

Posted on: December 29, 2021