VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The filing for candidates interested in serving on the Valley City Commission and Valley City Park Board is now open to all city residents.
President of the City Commission or Mayor of Valley City is open for a 4-year term. Mayor Dave Carlsrud told NewsDakota.com that he is not seeking re-election. He encouraged Valley City residents interested in the position to get the required form in City Hall or online and run.
Two City Commission seats are open for a 4-year term. The two commissioners up for re-election are Jeff Erickson and Dewey Magnuson.
And three Valley City Park Board positions are open for a 4-year term. Those three board members up for re-election include Dick Gulmon, Buff Murray, and Susan Kringlie.
Required forms are available at the City Hall offices in Valley City or online at nd.gov/eforms
Remember all required signatures must be filed no later than Monday, April 6th at 4pm. Keep in mind any petition forms submitted after 4pm will not be accepted by city officials.
The Citywide election will be held Tuesday, June 9th during the Statewide June Primary Election. All the necessary forms should be attached below.
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Here’s the most up-to-date, official information on how many signatures you’ll need, the 2026 filing deadline, and a practical checklist for running for City Commission in Valley City, North Dakota (based on the statewide candidate filing guidance from the North Dakota Secretary of State):
How Many Signatures You Need
For city office (like Valley City Commission), you must circulate a Petition/Certificate of Nomination (SFN 2704)with signatures from qualified voters.
- You need signatures equal to 10 % of the number of qualified voters who voted for that office in the last city election.
- Maximum cap: no more than 300 signatures may be required.
- Petitions may not be circulated or signed before January 1, 2026.
The exact number (10 % of qualified voters) will depend on the total votes cast in Valley City’s last city election. Your City Auditor can tell you this number so you know exactly how many signatures to collect.
Filing Deadline for 2026
To get your name on the June 9, 2026 Primary/City Election ballot in North Dakota:
- Petitions and required forms must be filed by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026.
Candidate Filing Checklist
Here’s a practical list you can follow to make sure your candidacy filing is complete:
Before You Start
Check you meet eligibility requirements (must be a qualified voter in Valley City and meet residency requirements — typically at least 30 days before Election Day).
Required Forms
Petition/Certificate of Nomination — SFN 2704
- Collect the required number of valid signatures (10 % of votes cast in last city election, up to 300).
- Circulation may start Jan 1, 2026.
- Signatures must be from qualified voters in Valley City.
- Turn in the petition by 4:00 p.m., April 6, 2026.
Statement of Interests — SFN 10172
- File this form by the same deadline with your petition to be qualified. (This form is required for all candidates.)
Optional / Campaign-Related
Campaign Finance Disclosure (SFN 53970)
- If you raise or spend campaign funds above minimal thresholds, you may have to file this. Rules vary; consult the state or your city auditor.
Where to File
City Auditor — City of Valley City
- All city candidate petitions and forms are filed with your City Auditor’s office.
Helpful Tips
- Start gathering signatures early (as soon as allowed on Jan 1).
- Verify each signer is a qualified Valley City voter.
- Keep copies of everything you file.
- Contact the City Auditor’s office if you have questions about specifics (they’ll confirm how many signatures you’ll need).
Where to Get the Official Forms
- Petition/Certificate of Nomination (SFN 2704): https://www.nd.gov/
eforms/Doc/sfn02704.pdf - Statement of Interests (SFN 10172): https://www.nd.gov/
eforms/Doc/sfn10172.pdf(These are downloadable from the North Dakota eForms portal.)