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Colfax encourages residents to run for three council seats in 2026

Colfax City Council · April 14, 2026

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Summary

City officials used the town hall to publicize three open council seats for 2026, outlined eligibility under California law and encouraged candidate recruitment and community forums; appointments were described as a fallback if too few candidates file.

The Colfax town hall on April 9 focused in part on civic recruitment as officials urged residents to consider running for three council seats up in 2026.

City manager (city manager) said the purpose of the item was to get the word out that three positions (the seats currently held by Trinity, Sean and Kim) will be on the ballot and that the city wants to increase participation. “If you want to play a part in shaping your community, the way to do it is to get on council,” the city manager said.

Officials reviewed eligibility rules referenced in the meeting. The city stated that, under California law, candidates must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, registered voters in the city at the time nomination papers are issued, and residents who must remain in the city for the term. The council noted that if too few candidates file, the council has previously appointed people to fill seats and may do so again, though officials said appointments require interested residents to make themselves known.

Councilmembers discussed outreach strategies, including reconstituting a candidate forum historically hosted by the League of Women Voters, publishing candidate information after the application period, and making use of sandwich-board flyers and website improvements to raise awareness. The council also said it plans to help publicize applications and encourage civic participation.

What happens next: staff and council members said they will promote the openings and consider scheduling candidate events after the application period closes; the council emphasized it wants more residents to consider candidacy rather than relying on appointments.