Las Vegas Mayor

Description

The Mayor serves as a member of the City Council, presides as chairman over its meetings, performs ceremonial duties, and is the chief executive officer of the city. The mayor serves as the official representative of the people and officially signs enactments of the City Council. When the mayor is unable to serve, often one of the City Council members is elected to serve as mayor 'pro tempore' to act during the absence of the mayor.

Application Guidelines

1) Contact the Las Vegas City Clerk to confirm that your registered address qualifies you for the position you intend to run for, and that you meet other office specific qualifications for the position (time of residence within the district is sometimes an issue). Inquire as to if the application to file for office has a fee. The City Clerk can be reached at (702) 229-6011. 2) Complete the application and schedule an appointment with the City Clerk's office if you feel there is anything unclear. 3) File the application with the Las Vegas City Clerk within the filing window associated with this office. If you are having difficulties speaking with the Las Vegas City Clerk, the Clark County Registrar of Voters may be helpful and can be reached by phone at (702) 455-6552. Potential candidates should read the Clark County Candidate Guide: http://www.clarkcountynv.gov/election/Documents/2016/CG16.pdf

Submit application to:
Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV, 89101, US