Running for Municipal Office

What is the process for running for Municipal Office? 

All individuals seeking to run for municipal office must visit the City Clerk's Office to obtain Nomination Petition Papers, and must collect signatures from registered Westbrook voters to qualify for office. Nomination papers may not be signed more than 120 days prior to the election and must be filed with the City Clerk no later than 60 days prior to the election.

As Westbrook is a municipality with a population of more than 15,000 residents, State law requires that all candidates for municipal office in Westbrook must also file Campaign Finance registration forms. Those candidates that intend to raise or expend funds on their campaigns will also be required to submit periodic campaign finance reports. Visit Campaign Finance for more information. 

Upcoming Election Information

The following positions are up for election on November 4, 2025:

  • Mayor 
  • City Council, At-Large
  • City Council, Ward 1
  • City Council, Ward 2
  • City Council, Ward 5
  • School Committee, At-Large
  • School Committee, Ward 3
  • School Committee, Ward 4

Nomination Petition Papers & Signature Requirements

Please visit the City Clerk's office to obtain Nomination Petition Papers.  Nomination papers will become available on  Monday, July 7, 2025 for the November 4th municipal election. The filing deadline for nomination papers is  Friday, September 5, 2025. Email, fax, and any other means not constituting the direct delivery of an original document is not authorized. 

Office of Mayor and At-Large Offices:. Petitions must be signed by a number of registered voters of the City equal to at least fifteen (15), but not more than twenty-five (25) from each of the five wards of the City. 

Ward Offices: Petitions must be signed by a number of registered voters of the City equal to at least twenty-five (25), but not more than fifty (50) from the ward for which the candidate is seeking office. 

Contact Us

If you need more information or having questions regarding running for municipal office, please contact the City Clerk's office at 207-591-8131.