Special Districts
Special District Candidate Filing Information and Forms
What are Special District Candidates?
Special Districts elect board members in the election that is held in May of odd numbered years. The next scheduled Special District Election is May of 2027.
For questions or to learn more, reach out to the Special Districts.

Ways to File
File by Declaration
First day to file: February of 2027
Last day to file: March of 2027
Last day to withdraw: March of 2027
Fee: $10.00
File by Petition
First day to file: February of 2027
Last day to file: March of 2027
Last day to withdraw: March of 2027
Number of signatures: Contact Benton County Elections
Submit SEL121 and SEL338 forms up to one week prior to the deadline. This will allow time for review and potential candidates time to collect more signatures if there are not enough valid signatures.
Official Voters’ Pamphlet
Filing to be in the County Voters’ Pamphlet is optional. For more information, click on the following link:
