Campaign Finance & Information for Candidates

Information on running for municipal office can be found here


Candidate Information

Any candidate, referendum committee, or political action committee (PAC) as defined in NCGS §163-278.6 must register their committee by filing the appropriate campaign organizational forms.

Required Treasurer Training

NCGS §163-278.7: Every treasurer of a political committee shall participate in training as to the duties of the office within three months of appointment, and at least every four years thereafter. View a complete list of available mandatory training seminars (PDF).

Political Signs

Information on laws pertaining to signage from the State Board of Elections can be found here.

Candidates should contact the individual Planning Departments regarding signage. The County and each Municipality has their own ordinance regarding signage.

Planning Department Information