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To become a candidate, you must complete and file a Declaration of Candidacy, meet the qualifications for the office at the time of filing, and be registered to vote in the district. Read the Candidate Manual for more information.

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Workshops

These videos will review how to file for office, how to submit your voters' pamphlet information, and more!

Online voters' pamphlet filing

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Phone: 206-296-VOTE (8683)

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919 Southwest Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057

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