City of Rochester announces filing period for 2023 Municipal Election

The Rochester City Clerk is pleased to announce that the Municipal Election is scheduled to take place on November 7, 2023. The Municipal Election offers opportunities for voters to elect representatives for the following positions:

• Mayor
• City Council
• School Board
• Police Commission
• Election Officials

The filing period for candidates will open on Friday, September 8, 2023, at 9:00 am. All potential candidates are encouraged to review the eligibility requirements and responsibilities associated with the positions before submitting their applications. The filing period will close on Monday, September 25, 2023, at 5:00 pm.

For more information, contact the Rochester City Clerk's Office at (603) 332-2130 or visit the City Hall, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867.

There will be a session of the Supervisors of the Checklist held on Wednesday, November 1st at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers Conference Room.  

SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF CANDIDATES FOR THE NOVEMBER 7, 2023 MUNICIPAL ELECTION (Updated as of 9/25/23 - FINAL)