Elections

The City of Yuma holds regular elections in odd numbered years for the purpose of electing candidates and for other purposes as the City Council may prescribe.  The elected official positions in the City of Yuma are Mayor, City Councilmembers (6) and Municipal Judge (2). Each elected official holds a 4-year term; terms are staggered.

The next Primary and General Elections are scheduled for August 2011 and November 2011, respectively.

May 18, 2010 Special Election Results

Election results have been canvassed. View final OFFICIAL results...

Running For Public Office

The City Clerk’s Office prepares a candidate packet of materials to assist individuals who may be interested in running for public office.  The information below was prepared for the 2009 election cycle. Candidate packets for the 2011 election cycle will be available Spring 2011.

• Brochure of Candidate Election Information
• Manual of Candidate Election Information

Campaign Finance Information

Any candidate or combination of persons organized for the purpose of influencing the result of an election is required by Arizona law to file a Political Committee Statement of Organization.  In addition, each political committee must file Campaign Finance Reports of contributions and expenditures.

• View Campaign Finance Reports...
• Download Political Action Committee and Campaign Finance Forms...
• Campaign Contributions and Expenses For Local Jurisdictions...
  (from the Office of the Secretary of State)

Voter Information

Voter Registration

Voter registration for City elections is conducted by the Yuma County Recorder's Office. Mail-in registration forms (postage paid) are available at the Yuma County Recorder's Office, the City Clerk's Office, and at other locations throughout the community such as banks, post offices, and the public library. Individuals must be registered to vote for at least 29 days prior to an election. 

Any qualified elector may vote by early ballot. Early voting is conducted by the Yuma County Recorder’s Office. Early ballots may be requested by completing a Request for Early Ballot form which is mailed prior to each election cycle or by contacting the Yuma County Recorder’s Office.

Where Do I Vote?

If you need help finding voting locations throughout the City, check out the polling location information available on the County of Yuma website. (This link will take you to an external website that is not part of the City of Yuma official website.)

Not Sure Which Precinct is Yours?

The Secretary of State can also help you find your precinct. Visit their "Voter Information Center." (This link will take you to an external website that is not part of the City of Yuma official website.)

Past Election Results

• November 3, 2009 - General Election
• September 1, 2009 - Primary Election
• May 19, 2009 - Special Election
• November 4, 2008 - Special Election
• November 6, 2007 - General/Special Election
• September 11, 2007 Primary/Special Election 

Have Questions?

If you have any questions regarding elections, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (928) 373-5035. Thank you.

Si usted tiene alguna pregunta acerca de las elecciones, favor de comunicarse con la Secretaria Municipal al (928) 373-5035. Gracias.

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