Elections are in November of even numbers years. Candidate packets are available approximately four (4) months prior to the election (call 883-4055 in June for the exact date)

 Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a citizen of the United States
• Registered voter
• Resident of Hughson
• Be at least 18 years of age

 Election Date:

The next regular municipal election will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2012.  Offices to be filled are: 

Office	Incumbent	Compensation	Term
Mayor	Ramon Bawahan	$300.00/mo.	2 year term
Councilmember	Jill Silva	$250.00/mo.	4 year term
Councilmember	Jeremy Young	$250.00/mo.	4 year term

 

 

 

 

 General Information:  

Hughson is a Council-Manager form of government. Voters elect the City Council to serve as the policy-making board of the City. The Council, in turn, appoints the City Manager to administer these policies.

The Hughson City Council has five members, including the Mayor, elected at-large on a nonpartisan basis for a two-year term. The remaining City Council members are elected for a four year term with at least two seats expiring each election year. The City Council sits as the legislative body, enacting ordinances, orders and resolutions necessary for governing Hughson.

In addition to their representation of the citizens of Hughson, Council Members are appointed to various sub-committees and given other assignments by the Mayor during their terms in office.

The Hughson City Council meets at 7:00 PM on the second and forth Mondays of each month. Special meetings may be called by the Mayor or a majority of the Council Members.

Council Members receive a stipend of $250 per month, with the Mayor receiving $300 per month. Council Members are also reimbursed for expenses.