Glendora Voters: Key Dates for Upcoming Candidates

As Glendora prepares for the November 3, 2026, General Election, the candidate filing period marks the official beginning of the campaign season for thousands of local races across the state. While many candidates have already announced their intentions, they do not officially become candidates until they file the required paperwork during the state's nomination period.

For voters, this is an important milestone because it determines who will appear on the ballot for local offices such as city councils, school boards, community college districts, and special districts.

When Does Candidate Filing Open?

For most local nonpartisan offices, the candidate filing period begins:

Monday, July 13, 2026

Candidates must submit their nomination papers and required filing documents to their local elections office before the deadline.

The filing period closes:

Friday, August 7, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

After the filing deadline, election officials verify candidates' qualifications and prepare the official ballot.

What Happens if the Incumbent Doesn't File?

California law provides additional time when an incumbent chooses not to seek reelection.

If the current officeholder does not file by the August 7 deadline, the filing period is automatically extended for five calendar days, allowing new candidates additional time to enter the race.

The extended deadline is:

Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

The extension applies only to candidates other than the incumbent, who may not file during the extension period.

Which Offices Are Included?

The filing period generally applies to local nonpartisan offices, including:

• City Council

• School Board

• Community College Board of Trustees

• Water District Boards

• Fire Protection District Boards

• Recreation and Park District Boards

• Healthcare District Boards

• Other local special district governing boards

While the filing calendar is generally consistent statewide, voters should verify dates with their county elections office because certain jurisdictions may have different election schedules.

Why the Filing Period Matters

Many prospective candidates announce their campaigns months before filing officially opens. Those announcements help candidates raise funds, recruit volunteers, and earn endorsements.

However, only candidates who complete the official filing process during the nomination period are eligible to appear on the November ballot.

The close of the filing period is often when voters get their first complete look at who is running for local office.

What Voters Can Expect Next

Once filing closes, county election officials certify the list of qualified candidates. Over the following weeks, voters can expect to see:

• Candidate statements become available.

• Campaign signs and mailers increase.

• Community forums and candidate debates begin.

• Endorsements from local organizations are announced.

• Vote-by-mail ballots are prepared for distribution ahead of the November election.

Rest assured, we will share which candidates are running once that time comes.