EDGEWATER
THE CITY OF
CHOICE
When Edgewater Holds Elections
Edgewater City elections are held every odd numbered year on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. This is the same day as other local, State, and National elections.
Who We Are Electing
At each City election a candidate may either run for the office of Mayor, which has a term of 2 years, or one of at least 4 City Council seats which are at the end of their term. Of those running for City Council seats, the 3 candidates receiving the highest number of votes are elected for a term of office of 4 years. The forth seat and any additional vacancies are filled by the remainder of the candidates receiving the highest number of votes. These candidates are elected for a term of office of 2 years. Please see the following Charter references for further information:
Elections - Art IV, 4.2, Mayor - Art II, 2.1, Council - Art III, 3.2.2.3
Who Is Qualified To Run
If you are interested in becoming an elected Mayor or City Council member, the City’s election falls on the odd years in November. Petitions can be picked up in August during the election year. You must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a Citizen of the United States
- Must be at least 23 years of age
- Must be a registered elector at the time of nomination
- Must have resided within the City of Edgewater for 12 consecutive months prior to the election
If you would like more information on becoming a candidate for Mayor or City Council please contact the City Clerk’s office at (303) 238-7803 or email to the General Information link listed at the bottom of this page.
Where To Vote
Edgewater typically joins the County with a combined ballot which arrives in the mail and may be returned by mail. The Edgewater City Clerk's Office and the Jefferson County Clerk's Office are places where you can drop off ballots if you either don't want to mail them or are too late to mail them. Please check in advance with either of these offices for other places which may also be available.
How To Register to Vote
You may register to vote at many locations or by using the State of Colorado Voter Registration Form that you may print, fill out and mail to your County Clerk and Recorder.
If you live in Jefferson County, mail the form to:
Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder
100 Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80419-2560
VOTER INFORMATION
You may register in person at any of the following locations in the Area:
Edgewater City Hall - City Clerk’s Office
2401 Sheridan Blvd.
Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
State of Colorado Driver’s License Office
7450 W. 52nd Avenue
Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Jefferson County Motor Vehicle Department - License Plate Office
Northwest Corner of 20th and Wadsworth Blvd.
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.