GENERAL ELECTION - November 4, 2008
2008 Election Frequently Asked Questions & Answers
In Paso Robles, you will be voting for:
| Mayor | One | 2-year term |
| Members of the City Council | Two | 4-year terms |
| Treasurer | One | 4-year term |
| City Clerk | One | 4-year term |
List of 2008 Candidates
The Nomination Period for candidates is Monday, July 14, 2008 to Friday, August 8, 2008. The filing period extends to Wednesday, August 13, 2008 if an incumbent fails to submit nomination papers or fails to qualify as a candidate.
Pre-requisites for running for office are that a Candidate must live with the City Limits of Paso Robles and be a registered voter of the City. A candidate should be familiar with filing requirements pursuant to the Fair Political Practices Commission. The FPPC regulates campaign financing and spending.
General Voting Information
To be eligible to vote in the November 4, 2008 election you must be registered to vote no later than October 20, 2008. For more information on voter registration or to obtain an Vote-by-Mail Ballot:, visit the web page at San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder - Elections Information.
To find your polling location go to Polling Location Lookup on the SloCounty.org website.
Smart Voter sponsored by League of Women Voters
Use the Easy Voter Guide
to learn how to participate in the November 4th General Election. This
nonpartisan guide (available September/October 2008) will explain the General Election in
plain language, with statements and photos of candidates and an
overview of statewide and local ballot measures. Hard copies of
the Guide are available in the City Library and the City Clerk’s
Office.