2.44.090 Write-in candidates.
1. Each individual wishing to become a valid write-in candidate shall file a declaration of candidacy with the city recorder not later than sixty (60) days before the regular municipal general election. If the filing deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, it shall be extended to the next regular business day.
2. The city recorder shall:
a. Read to the candidate the constitutional and statutory requirements for the office as required in this chapter; and
b. Ask the candidate whether or not the candidate meets the requirements. If the candidate cannot meet the requirements of office, the filing officer may not accept the write-in candidate’s declaration of candidacy.
3. A voter may cast a write-in vote by entering the name of a valid write-in candidate on a paper ballot or ballot sheet or in the areas designated on any other form of ballot provided. (Ord. 2017-7 §1, renumbered, 2017; Ord. 2007-7, amended, 2007. Formerly 2.44.080)