22.6 Chapter Highlights: Strengthening Your Civic Engagement Skills

Local elections in Ohio cover a range of positions including mayors, council members, trustees, commissioners, and school board members, each with distinct election cycles and partisan or nonpartisan classifications. Candidates for these roles participate in primary and general elections, with specific rules varying by municipality. County boards of elections administer these elections, ensuring fairness and consistency. Running for city council involves strategic planning, fundraising, voter outreach, and media engagement. This chapter aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the local election process and the essentials of running a successful campaign.