Candidate Information Workshop: What You Need to Know (June 11, 2026)

This City of Watsonville candidate information workshop held on June 11, 2026, provided detailed guidance for prospective city council candidates preparing for the November 3, 2026, general election. The session covered key procedural topics including candidate filing deadlines, nomination petition requirements, ballot designation rules, and campaign finance filing obligations. Candidates were informed about the costs and process for submitting candidate statements for the voter guide, including translation options and associated fees. The workshop also explained the filing of campaign finance forms such as Form 410 for committee formation and Form 460 for reporting contributions and expenditures, emphasizing compliance with filing deadlines to avoid penalties. While the meeting focused on election procedures and candidate requirements, no procurement, contracting, or budget allocation matters were discussed.