If you are interested in running for an elected office in the town of Monkton, a list of open or expiring terms is shown below.
To have your name appear on the ballot you must submit a petition with the signatures of at least 1% of the registered voters in Monkton (approximately 17, but it’s good to be on the safe side and get more in case some signatures end up being deemed ineligible). Forms for petitions are available from the Town Clerk. Petitions should be returned to the Town Clerk or the drop box at the Town Hall.
The deadline for submitting a petition is Monday, January 28 at 5PM
You may leave petitions at the town hall so people can stop in and sign, or take it with you to gather signatures on your own. There are already a number of petitions set out for signatures on the table at the Town Hall.
Positions up for election (these terms start after Town Meeting Day, and run for the term indicated)
Town Clerk – 1 year term
Town Treasurer – 1 year term
Del. Tax Collector – 1 year term
Town Moderator – 1 year term
Selectboard – 2 year term
Selectboard – 3 Year Term
Constable – 1 year term
Lister – 3 Year Term
Auditor – 3 Year Term
MAUSD Board – 3 Year Term
Planning Commission – 3 Year Term
Planning Commission – 3 Year Term
Planning Commission – 3 Year Term
Russell Mem. Library Trustee – 3 Year Term
Russell Mem. Library Trustee – 3 Year Term
Russell Mem. Library Trustee – 1 year remainder of term
Grand Juror – 1 year term
Town Agent to Defend & Prosecute – 1 year term
Town Agent to Deed Real Estate – 1 year term
The Select Board will also be appointing the Green Up Day Coordinator in January, and a number of other open or expiring positions shortly after Town Meeting. If you are interested in serving in an appointed position on any of the town committees, please visit those committees and let the Select Board know of your interest.