Seeking Public Office

Nomination Papers for Elected Offices
Nomination papers may be obtained only by a candidate or a person presenting a signed authorization for a candidate.

Prior to obtaining nomination papers, each candidate must file a statement containing his/her name and address and the office for which he/she intends to run with the Election Office.

Before any voter may be permitted to sign a nomination paper, the candidate’s information must be completely filled out including their name and address (number and street) as they appear on the current voting list and the office to which they seek nomination. 

To seek public office, you must be:

  • 18 years of age
  • An American citizen
  • A registered voter
  • A resident of Andover

The deadline to submit nomination papers to run for a position appearing on the Annual Town Election ballot is 49 days before the date of the Annual Town Election. In 2026, the deadline to submit nomination papers was February 3, 2026.

Click here to view other important dates and deadlines related to the 2026 Annual Town Election. 

For questions related to running for elected Town positions, contact the Town Clerk's Office at (978) 623-8230.

Running for State Office 
For information about running for elected positions appearing on the Massachusetts State Election ballot, visit the Secretary of the Commonwealth's webpage on running for office in 2026.