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Running for local office in Pennsylvania

How to run for school board, borough council or township supervisor in Pennsylvania in 2027: nomination petitions, the May 18 primary and the campaign.

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Pennsylvania 2027 Municipal Election Calendar for Candidates

Every 2027 date a Pennsylvania local candidate needs: petitions Feb 16 to Mar 9, objections, withdrawal, the May 18 primary and the Nov 2 election.

Nov 3, 2026 · 7 min read

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How to Run for School Board (School Director) in Pennsylvania

How to run for school director in Pennsylvania in 2027: who is eligible, 10 signatures per party, cross-filing, the ethics form and the May 18 primary.

Nov 3, 2026 · 8 min read

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How to Run for Borough Council in Pennsylvania (2027)

How to run for borough council in Pennsylvania in 2027: residency rules, ward or at-large seats, 10 party signatures, the ethics form and May 18.

Nov 3, 2026 · 7 min read

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How to Run for Township Supervisor in Pennsylvania (2027)

How to run for township supervisor in Pennsylvania in 2027: residency, six-year terms, 10 party signatures, the ethics form and the May 18 primary.

Nov 3, 2026 · 7 min read

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A Campaign Plan to the May 18, 2027 Pennsylvania Primary

A week-by-week plan for Pennsylvania local candidates from now to the May 18, 2027 primary: preparation, petitions Feb 16 to Mar 9, and primary day.

Nov 3, 2026 · 7 min read

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How to Run for Judge of Elections or Inspector in Pennsylvania

How Pennsylvania elects judges and inspectors of elections: what they do, who qualifies, why the seats are next on the ballot in 2029, and vacancies.

Nov 3, 2026 · 8 min read

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Texting Voters in a Pennsylvania Local Race: Consent and Setup

How a Pennsylvania local campaign texts voters in 2027: written consent, petition signers, Campaign Verify for a local committee, setup and timing.

Nov 3, 2026 · 7 min read

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