City Council Elections
City of Stockport, Iowa
NEXT REGULAR CITY ELECTION
November 2, 2027
Mayor & City Council Elections
Interested in serving your community? Learn how to become a candidate for Mayor or City Council in Stockport, Iowa.
Elected officials begin their regular terms in January 2028.
Who Can Run for Mayor or City Council?
To run for Mayor or City Council in Stockport, candidates must:
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Be at least 18 years old by Election Day.
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Be a United States citizen.
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Be an eligible voter of the City of Stockport.
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Meet Iowa's residency and other legal qualifications for holding city office.
How to Become a Candidate
Step 1 – Obtain Candidate Forms
Individuals interested in running for Mayor or City Council should obtain the required candidate nomination forms, including an Affidavit of Candidacy and the applicable nomination petition, from the Iowa Secretary of State or Van Buren County Auditor.
Step 2 — Collect Nomination Signatures
Candidates must collect signatures from eligible Stockport electors using the official nomination petition. At least 10 valid signatures are generally required for cities the size of Stockport. Candidates should confirm the exact requirement with the Van Buren County Auditor and collect a few extra signatures in case any are invalid.
Step 3 – Complete the Affidavit of Candidacy
Candidates must complete the official Affidavit of Candidacy, providing their name, residential address, and the office they are seeking. Candidates must sign the affidavit and ensure all required information is complete before filing.
Step 4 – File Your Nomination Papers
Candidates must submit their completed Affidavit of Candidacy and nomination petitions to the Van Buren County Auditor's Office during the official filing period.
2027 Filing Period for Cities Without Primaries:
August 23 – September 16, 2027
Filing Deadline: September 16, 2027, at 5:00 p.m.
Candidates should confirm filing requirements with the Van Buren County Auditor.
Questions About Running for Office?
Van Buren County Auditor's Office
406 Dodge Street
P.O. Box 475
Keosauqua, IA 52565
Phone: 319-293-3129
City of Stockport – City Clerk's Office
212 S. Main Street
P.O. Box 15
Stockport, IA 52651
Phone: 319-796-2135
Email: stkpt@netins.net
Office Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.