Elections
Next General Municipal Election: November 3, 2026
The City Clerk serves as the Elections Official for the City of Blue Lake and is responsible for managing the City's municipal elections impartially. Responsibilities include issuing candidates' informational packets, receiving and reviewing candidates' statements, processing petitions and ballot measures, preparing resolutions and election notices, and complying with other provisions of the California Elections Code as necessary.
The general municipal elections of the City are consolidated with and held on the same day as the Statewide General Municipal Elections in November of even-numbered years. The City contracts with the Humboldt County Elections Department to administer its elections, including the publishing of all election materials, the mailing of sample ballots, the hiring of election officers, and the counting of ballots.
To qualify to run for City Council, you must be a citizen of the United States, be a registered voter, reside in the City of Blue Lake, and be 18 years of age or older. During the filing period, nominees must obtain at least 20, but no more than 30, signatures of registered voters who reside within the Blue Lake city limits and are registered voters at their Blue Lake Residence.
Two (2) four year terms on the Blue Lake City Council will be open for election in November.
Nomination Period - July 13, 2026 to August 7, 2026
In accordance with CA Elections Code Sections 10220-10230, this is the period when individuals officially receive, circulate and file nomination papers for candidacy. During this time Nomination Papers are issued by the City Clerk to any eligible candidate during regular business hours.
Candidates are encouraged to contact the City Clerk to schedule an appointment to take out and/or file nomination papers. Appointments can be made by contacting the City Clerks Office at 707-668-5655 or cityclerk@bluelake.ca.gov. Please see the Candidate Calendar above for important dates and timelines.