The Dalles, Oregon –For candidates intending to run in the upcoming November 3, 2026 General Election, packets will soon be available online and in the City Clerk’s office. The Mayor and two City Councilor positions will be open for election, each with a term of four years.
To qualify, candidates must be registered voters residing within the City limits for at least 12 months prior to the election. No candidate may run for more than one City office in a single election.
Key Dates for the November 2026 City Elections:
| First Day to for Candidates to File | June 3, 2026 | |
| Last Day for Candidates to File (other than incumbents) | August 25, 2026 | |
| Last Day for Elected Incumbent Candidates to File | August 18, 2026 | |
| Last Day to Withdraw | August 28, 2026 | |
| Election Day | November 3, 2026 |
Further details on running for office are available on the City’s website at www.thedalles.org/Elections.
For assistance contact City Elections Official Amie Ell at [email protected] or call (541) 296-5481 ext. 1119 to schedule an appointment.