Elections & Voter Services
Candidates running for City office file with us. This includes Mayor, City Council, Park & Recreation Board, School Board, and Board of Estimate & Taxation. All other filings are handled by the Minnesota Secretary of State or Hennepin County.
Offices eligible to file with us in 2023:
If you want to run for office, these are the steps you take to get your name on the ballot.
Within 14 days of raising or spending more than $750, you must submit an initial campaign finance report to Minneapolis Elections, regardless of whether you've filed for office yet.
You will complete paperwork on site with the filing official. An Affidavit of Candidacy is required for all candidates. Other paperwork and forms may be required. All paperwork will be provided to you at the time of filing.
When to file
Tuesday, August 1, 2023 - Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Weekdays, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (5:00 p.m. on August 15)
Where to file
2023 Candidate Filing will be located at the Elections & Voter Services office: 980 E Hennepin Ave.
Withdraw from office
If you wish to withdraw after filing, the withdrawal deadline is Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. This process must be completed with election officials at the filing location.
When completing paperwork with the filing officer, you must either:
After having your name added to the ballot, you will need to complete a Statement of Economic Interest. If you've raised or spent more than $750, you will also need to complete campaign finance reports.
Statement of Economic Interest
This form covers your personal financial information.
Campaign Finance Reports
Candidates who have raised or spent more than $750 must submit the reports below. Learn more about campaign finance report requirements.
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Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
