Board members of the West Point Fire Protection District are elected in accordance with the California Elections Code and the Uniform District Election Law.

Regular elections are conducted in coordination with the Calaveras County Elections Office, typically during the statewide general election cycle in November of even-numbered years, unless otherwise specified.

Candidate Filing Procedures

Individuals interested in running for the Board of Directors must:

• Be a registered voter within the District
• Reside within the District boundaries
• Complete and file nomination documents with the Calaveras County Elections Office

Nomination papers must be obtained from and filed with the County Elections Office during the official filing period.

Filing Deadlines

• The nomination period typically opens 113 days prior to the election
• The standard filing deadline is 88 days prior to the election
• If an incumbent does not file, the deadline may be extended by 5 additional days for non-incumbents

Candidates are responsible for verifying all deadlines and requirements with the Calaveras County Elections Office.

Filing Deadlines

• The nomination period typically opens 113 days prior to the election
• The standard filing deadline is 88 days prior to the election
• If an incumbent does not file, the deadline may be extended by 5 additional days for non-incumbents

Candidates are responsible for verifying all deadlines and requirements with the Calaveras County Elections Office.

Election Administration

• Elections are conducted by the Calaveras County Elections Department 
• Ballots are mailed and/or provided in accordance with county and state procedures
• Election results are certified by the County