Placer County looking for candidates for slew of positions

Among the 80 local governmental bodies in Placer County, there are approximately 180 seats open in the November election. Currently, 37 potential candidates have filed with the Office of Elections. In most districts, the sole requirements to run for these seats is that the candidate be a registered voter and live in the district.

Despite the ease with which potential candidates can qualify and register to run for office, about half of the candidates run unopposed.

The filing period is until Aug. 6. If an incumbent fails to file, candidate filing for that office extends until Aug. 11.

Interested candidates can get additional information about the various districts by calling (530) 886.5650.