Commissioners refer amendment to align Clark County charter with nonpartisan election procedures

Mar 26, 2026

Commissioner Garber’s amendment to clarify that county offices follow nonpartisan state procedures — including bypassing primaries when two or fewer candidates qualify — passed a roll-call vote and was sent to a study committee; supporters cited cost savings and voter intent.

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Commissioner Garber proposed amendment 26-01 to revise charter language so county offices designated as nonpartisan are handled under state nonpartisan election procedures, including skipping primaries for races with two or fewer candidates.

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