Qualifications
To run for office, candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States and registered to vote, and reside within a District that is electing a Councilmember. To run for Mayor, you must live in one of Oxnard’s Council Districts.
Nomination Period
In each election cycle, the City Clerk’s office will hold a nomination period, where interested candidates can schedule to make an appointment with the City Clerk by calling (805) 385-7803.
All forms and nomination documents are available from the City Clerk’s Office. Only the official forms prepared or issued by the City Clerk’s Office may be used. Candidates, or their authorized agents, will be given both oral and written instructions on the procedures to complete the nomination process at the time they apply. (E.C. §10227)
Pursuant to Government Code Section § 84615 Campaign Reports and Statements – Electronic Filing for Local Agencies, the City of Oxnard is pleased to offer Campaign Disclosure Statements available via the web, free of charge via eRetrieval™. You can access the City’s Campaign Statements electronically, 24/7, from the comfort of your own desktop or mobile device!