Municipal City Elections & Special Elections
Municipal City elections are held the second Tuesday in June of even-numbered years. Special elections are held as the City Commission calls for and approves them.

Candidates over age 18 must have been a resident of the City of Bismarck for at least nine months prior to the election. For more information, contact the Burleigh County Auditor at (701) 222-6718 or visit Absentee Ballot and Voting Precinct Information.

Petitions
To get on the ballot, candidates must collect 300 signatures from Bismarck residents. Election administrators suggest collecting up to 350 signatures and turning in petitions at least one day before the deadline (some signatures may be eliminated if not from valid city residents). Post office boxes are not considered a valid address. Only complete addresses are accepted.

Election Resources & Information

• Absentee Ballot and Voting Precinct Information
• Campaign Contribution Statement Form
• Election Forms
• Where Do I Vote - Find Your Polling Place