Interested in Running for Folsom City Council in 2022?
Nomination Period: July 18 - August 12, 2022
Are you Eligible? Only resident, registered voters of the City of Folsom shall be eligible to hold the office of Folsom City Council Member. In addition, under the By-District system, candidates may only run for the district in which they live.
Map of City Council Districts
Look Up Your City Council District By Address
District Sequencing:
Seats Up For Election in November 2022: District 1, District 3, and District 5
Seats Up For Election in November 2024: District 2 and District 4
How this impacts candidates and voters: Under the by-district election system, only registered voters residing in a Council District may run for City Council for that District, and only registered voters residing in the candidate’s District may vote for that candidate. The City will continue to have five Councilmembers, each serving a 4-year term.
Visit the By-District Overview page for more information on how the City transitioned from an at-large election system to a by-district election system.
How to Become a Candidate on the 2022 Ballot:
- File Nomination Papers with sufficient qualifying signatures by August 12 and pay $25 filing fee. (Nomination Papers will be available from the City Clerk beginning July 18 and must be picked up in person; please email CityClerkDept@folsom.ca.us or call 916-461-6035 to make an appointment.)
- File all other required paperwork (provided by the City Clerk along with Nomination Papers).
Important Information About Getting Started With Your Campaign – Fair Political Practices Commission Resources. Candidates are strongly encouraged to review:
Financial Disclosure Requirements for Candidates Candidates are required to disclose personal and campaign-related financial information. All statements filed are a matter of public record. Please keep in mind that financial rules are strictly enforced by the FPPC Enforcement Division, and violations can result in criminal prosecution, civil action by the public, and administrative sanctions.
After the Election – filing requirements continue until the committee is terminated
Contact FPPC for legal advice at 916-322-5660
Campaign Contribution Limits - In June 1994, Folsom voters passed Initiative Measure V imposing a $150 limit on contributions to campaigns for city council and restricting campaign loans and credits.
City of Folsom Campaign Sign Regulations - Campaign signs may not be placed earlier than 60 days before an election and they must be removed within seven days after the election.
Campaign Financial Disclosure Filings filed by City Councilmembers, candidates, and committees located or campaigning within the City of Folsom.
For more information about running for City Council, contact Folsom City Clerk Christa Freemantle.